Senior Counsel

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This position will address the need for a full-time German litigation attorney in the newly re-formed Global Litigation Group (GLG) to directly manage SAP litigation matters in Germany and to support the GLG in all other litigation matters as needed. This position reports directly to the Head of Global Litigation.

Responsibilities: Helping to manage assigned cases, including formation of litigation team/work stream assignments, formulation of litigation strategy, marshalling of internal facts, review and editing of written advocacy, preparation of outside counsel for oral argument and trial, and other related tasks relating to the representation of SAP. The responsibilities of the position include frequent and regular communication with outside counsel, with other SAP Legal attorneys, and with SAP employees and executives. Importantly, the position also involves handling pre-litigation disputes and providing proactive, strategic, and practical litigation counseling to SAP Legal and SAP’s business teams on various litigation-related topics (including indemnification, limitation of liability, confidentiality marking requirements, etc.) with a focus on minimizing external legal costs.

**WHAT YOU BRING**

5 years of work experience in litigation, including meaningful experience in German litigation. Significant responsibility in German litigation matters preferred. A demonstrated ability to effectively and creatively direct the defense for a sophisticated client in complex litigation. Knowledge and understanding of litigation strategy/tactics. Law Degree in German Law and licensed attorney in Germany. Outstanding academic credentials. Highly-developed written and oral communication skills. Experience in software licensing and IP litigation preferred.

**ABOUT THE TEAM**

The litigation attorney will be one of five full-time attorneys in the Global Litigation Group, which also includes two full time paralegals/eDiscovery managers. The litigation attorney will have primary responsibility for handling German litigation matters and supporting U.S. litigation matters, working closely with the Head of Global Litigation.

**Bring out your best**

**We win with inclusion**

SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.

Requisition ID: 395098 | Work Area: Administration | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: Virtual - Germany #LI-Hybrid