What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director, Trademark Operations position at Merck Sharp & Dohme (MSD)?
Job Description:
The Office of General Counsel is seeking an Associate Director, Trademark Operations to provide docketing and legal operations support to the Intellectual Property (IP) organization.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Oversee the Trademark Operations team, including operations and workflow
- Partner with the Trademarks & Copyrights group to develop and enforce best practices and process improvements
- Lead and manage strategic projects, including assignment recordation and portfolio intake and transfer activities
Key Skills:
- Strong knowledge of trademark docketing
- Demonstrated change management skills and strategic planning skills
- Advanced proficiency in utilizing foreign and domestic Patent and/or Trademark Office websites and other paid database platforms
- Working knowledge using and maintaining common IP docketing systems
Experience:
- Five years of progressive trademark docketing experience in a law firm or corporate legal department
- Three years of people management or supervisory experience, including strong team building, recruiting, staff development, training, and mentorship
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree, Associate degree, or Paralegal certificate preferred
- High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations with poise, tact, and diplomacy
Salary:
$126,500.00 - $199,100.00
Location:
Rahway, NJ
Salary : $126,500 - $199,100
