IP Administrative Supervisor (Legal)
It's fun to work at a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!
Job Description:
The IP Administrative Supervisor will oversee a team in day-to-day operations, providing IP Admin support for a large legal client. The Supervisor will ensure the team provides outstanding service to the Client, while building strong customer relationships. They will focus on the team's day-to-day work assignments and ensure they are following proper protocols and quality standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work closely with the Account Manager to establish development goals, setting business objectives, establishing priorities, and providing ongoing performance feedback
- Assist with IP legal administrative duties that include:
- Docketing requests, formatting patent applications in Word
- Proofing issued patent applications
- Naming PDF disclosure documents to be filed with the US Patent Office
- Converting PDF documents to word format
- Preparing routine letters to clients regarding US Patent Documents
- Time entry and expense reporting support
- Support IT related requests such as triaging IT Tech support requests and submitting requests for IT equipment
- Assist other teams with projects and special requests, prioritizing to meet deadlines
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- At least 2 years' experience performing IP administration
- Previous supervisor experience in a client service-oriented field required
- Law firm or professional service organization experience preferred
- Working knowledge of Microsoft products including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Professional demeanor and a strong work ethic
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Strong initiative required, must be a self- starter who can demonstrate the ability to take ownership and work effectively as part of a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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