Summary
- This role will lead and manage global Intellectual Property initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy, including branding, marketing strategies, and legal compliance. This role will oversee Patents, Copyrights, trademark related matters including clearance, filing, prosecution, administration, and enforcement activities, while develop region-specific strategies and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Experience And Responsibilities
Patents
Drafting, filing, prosecution and all matters relating to Patents in India, US and other major regions.Good knowledge of Patent laws in India and the U.S.Ability to create Patent strategies and IP strategies for the CompanyProvide trainings on IP to business teams and internal legal and IP teamsOversee the entire IP team globallyManage Patent administration, docketing and general advisory on patent mattersEnforcement of patents and Patent litigationsPatent AnalyticsPatent Portfolio analysis and IP AuditsAutomation and working knowledge of Patent toolsTrademarks
Collaborate with Marketing and Corporate Leadership to review and refine standards for descriptive vs. suggestive naming.Provide strategic guidance on trademark use, branding policies, and naming conventions.Support selection and clearance of new trademarks.Review initial search reports from vendors or conduct preliminary knockout searches.Analyse search results and liaise with business teams regarding budget, goods / services descriptions, and risk assessments.Instruct external counsel on filings and review submitted documents.Manage office actions and oppositions, coordinating with stakeholders and law firms.Research trademark usage and consult internal teams to determine renewal necessity.Review internal and external reports of potential infringements.Investigate unauthorized uses and coordinate enforcement actions including cease and desist letters.Support litigation and enforcement efforts through documentation and stakeholder interviews.Copyrights
Filing of CopyrightsCopyright clearancesEnforcement of copyrights and managing disputes and litigationBasic Qualifications And Skills
Law degree or Equivalent from a leading university and / or law school, including technical qualifications BE / Masters or Bachelor of Science or equivalentExcellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate and draft fluentlyA minimum of 14-20 years of experience in IP or similar areas working in law firms or large corporatesThe candidate must be a self-starter, have passion for technology, and enjoy working strategically and being continually challengedWell-versed in how IT businesses operate with financial acumen and have high degree of professional ethics, integrity, excellent judgment and analytical skillsStrong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to anticipate legal issues or risksExperience in managing teams across locations and mentor and coach team members.Skills Required
patent portfolio analysis