Job Description

Imagine your career taking you to the depths of innovation and the heights of impact. Our people enable continuous progress. Their commitment, collective expertise, and unique capabilities are the engine room behind SBM Offshore’s True. Blue. Transition. - shaping the future of energy, and beyond.

About Us:

SBM Offshore is a global leader in deepwater ocean infrastructure, delivering floating production solutions across the full asset lifecycle—from design and construction to installation and operation. Supported by a global team of more than 8,000 professionals, the Company operates a long-term, asset-backed business model that delivers high-availability assets and predictable cash flows. SBM Offshore combines engineering expertise, operational reliability, and selective innovation to support safe, efficient, and lower-carbon energy production, while extending its capabilities into new opportunities across the blue economy.

Purpose

• The IP Coordinator manages intellectual property assets of the group and assists in their legal protection while fostering innovation and collaboration. By coordinating with legal teams and external partners, the IP Coordinator drives value and supports business objectives in a rapidly evolving sector.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate IP Prosecution & Process Management: Oversee the legal processes involved in registering, securing and enforcing patents and trademarks.
• Administer ANAQUA (IP Tool): Manage IP assets using the ANAQUA tool to ensure efficient tracking and reporting.
• Interface with IP Law Firms and Internal Stakeholders: Collaborate with external law firms and internal teams, such as IP and brand managers, to align efforts and enhance effective IP management.
• Lead ANAQUA Training & Trademark Processes: Provide training on the ANAQUA system and trademark processes.
• Management of IP Budget: Control and manage the budget related to IP activities to ensure financial efficiency.
• Ensure Compliance: Direct all IP activities to adhere to relevant law and regulations as well as SBM compliance rules.
• Facilitate Communication: Drive clear and effective communication among all stakeholders involved in IP management.

Education

• Bachelor degree.
• Basic understanding of oil and gas industry.
• Fundamental understanding of intellectual property.
• Good command of English language.
• Good social and communication skills.

Experience

• At least 3 years of professional experience in managing intellectual property portfolio.

Functional Competencies

Meeting and Event Coordination

Cost and budget control

Office Applications Proficiency

Digital savvy

Document Management Coordination

Legal knowledge

Content Management

Project administration

GENERAL INFORMATION

SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group (“the Company”). For further information, please visit our website at www.sbmoffshore.com. The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.

SBM Offshore is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. SBM Offshore does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.