IP Operations Specialist (Contractor)

This is an exciting role in a fast-paced and dynamic environment working with IP Operations to support the broader IP Group, and all aspects of SSI’s global patent portfolio management.

What You’ll Do

• Substantial knowledge of patent prosecution, including experience with patent docketing systems, tools, and public databases.
• Ability to analytically process data using Excel, and synthesize a large volume of data into concise recommendations for next steps.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with attorneys, outside counsel, inventors, and other business partners to monitor and drive performance; including identifying, developing, implementing, and enforcing policies and process improvement initiatives.
• Track critical objectives and coordinate cross-functionally to ensure strategic and financial goals, including billing and budget management.
• Refine and develop key operational metrics to inform decision-making, including reporting on team’s core IP strategies and initiatives.
• Assist in identifying and implementing tools to optimize workflows within the IP Group, including researching legal tools, evaluating service proposals, and finalizing contracts.
• Independent and strategic thinker with proven interpersonal skills and the ability to manage conflicting priorities efficiently, including identifying and proposing continuous improvements to the patent prosecution practices.

Location: Hybrid, working onsite at our San Jose headquarter 3 days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time 

What You Bring

• 5+ years of patent-specific legal experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate.
• Patent prosecution experience at a large law firm or in-house corporation preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
• An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
• You’re collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
• Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.

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