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Intellectual Property Paralegal

2 months ago

Andover, Massachusetts, United States Schneider Electric Full time
Join Schneider Electric as an Intellectual Property Paralegal

Schneider Electric presents a significant opportunity for an Intellectual Property Paralegal to contribute to a company consistently recognized as one of the "Great Places to Work" by Fortune, and lauded by Forbes as "America's Best Employers for Diversity". In this role, you will play a crucial part in shaping operational practices and fostering a supportive workplace culture.

Position Overview
  • As an Intellectual Property Paralegal within Schneider Electric's Legal Intellectual Property Team, you will collaborate with a skilled and cooperative group of in-house attorneys and legal experts to assist in managing global patent portfolio operations.
  • This position will support the US Patent Team, either remotely or locally, focusing on IP legal operations, patent portfolio enhancement, oversight of docketing, and management of external counsel.
Key Responsibilities
  • Data Management & Docketing
    • Administer the Intellectual Property Management system for global patent and design management.
    • Oversee the in-house patent and design docket, including setting up new matters, docketing correspondence, uploading documents, verifying deadlines, closing matters, and preparing patent applications and grant reports.
    • Coordinate international filings with external counsel and foreign law offices.
    • Review incoming correspondence from relevant patent offices regarding the status of international and PCT applications.
    • Manage patent-related deadlines, ensuring timely compliance by the in-house team, inventors, and external counsel.
    • Support data integrity and quality assurance within the IP Management system to resolve errors and maintain accurate records.
    • Assist in preparing and recording formal documents, including Declarations, Powers of Attorney, Assignments, and changes in inventor names.
    • Manage the USPTO Deposit Account.
    • Conduct global annuity portfolio management.
  • Outside Counsel Management
    • Review monthly reports to identify matters requiring attention.
    • Collaborate with outside counsel, internal counsel, and inventors to resolve issues.
    • Support vendor invoice submission processes.
  • Communication
    • Engage with inventors to gather information related to patent transmittals and filings.
  • Facilitate the onboarding of new law firms by providing necessary guidelines and documents for signature and vendor creation in the invoice processing system.
  • Assist with patent budget data analysis.
  • Provide IP support for various projects as needed.
  • Support mergers and acquisitions and corporate transactions.
We recognize that skills and competencies can manifest in various ways, and we encourage all candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every requirement listed.

Qualifications
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Patent Paralegal.
  • A Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certification.
  • Experience in international intellectual property law, docketing, and filing and prosecution processes in the US and internationally.
  • Familiarity with patent portfolio management databases and data integrity resolution.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Skills & Abilities
  • A passion for learning and research.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with keen attention to detail.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a focus on inclusivity.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Capability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines effectively.
  • Experience in invoice processing and expense monitoring.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a global team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with the awareness to escalate issues when necessary.
Preferences
  • At least 2 years of in-house experience.
  • Expertise with Patent Center.
  • Familiarity with the patent lifecycle for US and PCT applications.
  • Strong technical knowledge.
  • Proficiency with IP analytics and management systems.
  • Experience in onboarding IP portfolio asset transfers.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Tableau, Questel Orbit, and Legal Tracker.
Benefits
  • Schneider Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
Reporting Structure
  • This position reports to the Assistant General Counsel.
About Schneider Electric
At Schneider Electric, we are committed to fostering a culture that values diversity and inclusion. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities for all employees. Our Trust Charter reflects our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, and quality in every aspect of our business. Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer, ensuring fair employment practices for all qualified individuals regardless of their background.