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Job Description
The Company seeks a strong intellectual property attorney possessing considerable legal experience managing and setting strategy to protect and promote a portfolio of intellectual property. They will be expected to interact closely with technology and business leaders across the Company. This individual must be able to partner and effectively understand the needs and strategy to help drive business and legal solutions in the intellectual property arena. As a leading technology Company, this position will be responsible for promoting and protecting intellectual property as it is critical to the Company’s brand and economic model.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities of the Director of IP include but are not limited to:
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Driving the development and implementation of intellectual property interests and strategies in collaboration with senior leaders, engineers, and other teams, as well as ensuring that all IP-related activities are in conformance with the Company’s principles and values.
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Demonstrates ability to translate key business and technology strategy into actionable steps to create and continuously strengthen the enterprise’s intellectual property position.
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Managing a global patent and trademark portfolio based on a strategy developed with the General Counsel and internal business clients.
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Providing IP legal guidance and direction to ensure management can make reasonable and informed decisions regarding legal operational risks.
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Negotiating and advising on patent and trade secret aspects of intra group and third-party agreements, including licensing, confidentiality, and research and development agreements.
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Advise Chamberlain on questions relating to patentability and infringement and freedom to operate.
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Assisting in the management of outside counsel in the prosecution/defense of various IP legal issues worldwide.
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Interpreting court decisions, conducting legal research, having knowledge of statutes and governmental regulations to provide legal advice on current and pending IP legal developments.
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Conducting IP due diligence activities for in-licensing or acquisition projects.
Qualifications & Skills
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Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
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Admission to a State Bar of any jurisdiction in the United States and licensed to practice in Illinois (or admitted to the Illinois Bar within a reasonable time following the commencement of the position).
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Admitted to practice before the USPTO.
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BSc or higher degree in mechanical engineering preferred.
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At least 8 years of relevant experience, ideally gained in both law firm and in-house environments.
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Experience in preparation and prosecution of patents worldwide, patent litigation, and opposition proceedings.
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Experience in conducting freedom to operate analysis and advising businesses on proposed activities.
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Expertise in structuring and negotiating IP matters in commercial contracts and transactions.
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Strong analytical, strategic vision, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
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Demonstrated leadership skills and experience navigating and presenting at all levels of organization, especially senior management, in a collaborative environment.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to persuade, communicate confidently, and both prepare and present clear and concise reports.
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Rolls-up sleeves mentality.
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
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Ability to be decisive while dealing with ambiguity and to take ownership of guidance.
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Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while meeting various deadlines.
Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you’ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We’re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.
Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence [email protected].
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What We Do
Chamberlain Group is a global leader in intelligent access and Blackstone portfolio company. Our innovative products, combined with intuitive software solutions, comprise a myQ ecosystem that delivers seamless, secure, access to people's homes and businesses. Our recognizable brands, including LiftMaster® and Chamberlain® , are found in 50+ million homes, and 10+ million people rely on our myQ® app daily to control and monitor their homes, communities and businesses, from anywhere. Our patented vehicle-to-home connectivity solution, myQ Connected Garage, is available in millions of vehicles from the leading automakers.
Why Work With Us
At CG, our ONETEAM is united by our mission to make access simple. As a pioneer in the smart access industry, you'll have the opportunity to develop products that make a direct impact on the daily lives of millions of people -- allowing them to seamlessly and securely access their homes, communities and businesses.
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