Manager – IP Support
| Company | Goodwin |
|---|---|
| Location | Boston, MA, USA, Washington, DC, USA, San Francisco, CA, USA, Mountain View, CA, USA |
| Salary | $94700 – $169200 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
- 10+ years of experience in an IP environment, preferably in a large law firm.
- 5+ years in a management role.
- Strong knowledge of US and International patent and trademark rules and electronic filing systems.
- Familiarity with CPI, iManage, and IPDAS preferred.
- Strong management skills, including ability to direct staff and maintain a positive team atmosphere.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to travel periodically, as needed, among regional IP offices.
Responsibilities
- Supervises and advises the IP Administrators and Specialists on all aspects of their positions.
- Coordinates coverage during staff absences.
- Oversees day-to-day workflow. Serves as a resource to IP Attorneys, Science Advisors, and IP Administrators for IP related questions regarding administrative and procedural matters.
- Works with IP Senior Operations Manager and HR to interview and select IP Administrators and Specialists.
- Develops and implements training/integration programs and onboarding procedures for the IP team.
- Works with IP Managers and Director to produce documentation of the policies and procedures of the patent prosecution practice.
- Provides ongoing training and support for IP Administrators and Specialists, fielding questions and addressing any performance concerns.
- Works on additional projects as directed by the IP Director.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with CPI, iManage, and IPDAS preferred.