Intellectual Property Reporter

3 days ago


Washington, United States MLex US, Inc. Company Full time

About the Role

*** This is an onsite position with five days per week (M-F) in office required at either our Washington, DC or San Francisco, CA newsrooms. ***

MLex is seeking a reporter to cover intellectual property regulation, legislation and enforcement with a significant focus on the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the federal courts.

The ideal candidate will have some experience covering Congress, the federal court system and state or federal agencies; and will have enthusiasm for partnering with other reporters.

MLex is a highly collaborative environment, and the reporter will frequently work with reporters focused on similar topics in Brussels, São Paulo, Silicon Valley, Hong Kong and elsewhere. The job offers opportunities to break news on topics such as patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. The successful candidate will have the ability to write in-depth stories about the implications of legislative, regulatory and judicial matters.

Responsibilities

Writing clear, well-organized news stories and analysis

Locating and organizing relevant information from public documents and other sources

Writing one-paragraph summaries identifying key information in those documents

Creating and modifying portfolios with relevant information

Coordinating with reporters and editors to ensure that portfolios are complete


Requirements

Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or legal background

Experience reporting and writing news; coverage of intellectual property or related matters is preferred

Have solid writing skills and a demonstrated ability to be proactive in shaping MLex’s coverage

Have the ability to provide analysis of events and documents, illuminating context and big-picture trends

Possess a background in law, and/or experience in news or legal organizations is preferred


Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, and study assistance, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.


Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefits
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Wellbeing: Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs
- Short-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
- Family Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts
- Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice



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