FVP, Asst General Counsel Intellectual property (IP)

PENNYMACPennymac (NYSE : PFSI) is a specialty financial services firm with a comprehensive mortgage platform and integrated business focused on the production and servicing of U.S. mortgage loans and the management of investments related to the U.S. mortgage market.At Pennymac, our people are the foundation of our success and at the heart of our dynamic work culture. Together, we work towards a unified goal of helping millions of Americans achieve aspirations of homeownership through the complete mortgage journey.A Typical DayThe First Vice President Assistant General Counsel will provide extensive support related to intellectual property law to the company’s information technology, generative AI, mortgage operations, and compliance functions. In this role, the attorney will have responsibility for addressing and / or managing all of the intellectual property needs of Pennymac, working across all departments and business units to ensure comprehensive IP strategy and alignment.The First VP Assistant General Counsel will : Advise clients on legal rights and actions involving copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secretsSupervise outside counselLead ongoing training programs across the entire organizationNegotiate and / or draft IP-related agreements, including technology-related contracts or software licensing agreements with the company’s vendors or service providersTrademark Prosecution, with assistance from outside counselConduct research and interviews to help with the company’s court cases or legal proceedingsAssist in determining patentability and drafting, filing, and prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO, with assistance from outside counselBuild scalable systems or processes to manage new technologiesPerform other related duties as required and assignedDemonstrate behaviors that are aligned with the organization’s desired culture and valuesEnsure all company trademarks and service marks are protected and, as applicable, filed or renewedEvaluate inventions to determine patentability and drafting, filing and prosecuting patent applications before the USPTO, with assistance from outside counsel when neededWhat You’ll BringCollege degree and J.D. from an accredited law school, along with admittance to the applicable state Bar6 years of experience with a law firm or as in-house counsel with relevant experience in the areas of intellectual property law in both transactional and litigation areasStrong knowledge of U.S. and international IP laws and regulationsExperience with IP portfolio management and enforcement, including litigation supportExperience in the technology and / or housing finance industry is a plusThis position may be based in Texas, Pasadena, or Westlake and requires a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Candidates must also be admitted to the bar in California, Texas, or be eligible to practice in-house as pro hac vice counselWhy You Should JoinAs one of the top mortgage lenders in the country, Pennymac has helped over 4 million lifetime homeowners achieve and sustain their aspirations of home. Our vision is to be the most trusted partner for home. Together, 4,000 Pennymac team members across the country are guided by our core values : to be Accountable, Reliable, and Ethical in all that we do.Pennymac is committed to conducting a business that makes positive contributions and promotes long-term sustainable growth and to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported.Benefits That Bring It Home : Whether you're looking for flexible benefits for today, setting up short-term goals for tomorrow, or planning for long-term success and retirement, Pennymac's benefits have you covered. Some key benefits include : Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and VisionPaid Time Off Programs including vacation, holidays, illness, and parental leaveWellness Programs, Employee Recognition Programs, and onsite gyms and café style dining (select locations)Retirement benefits, life insurance, 401k match, and tuition reimbursementPhilanthropy Programs including matching gifts, volunteer grants, charitable grants, and corporate sponsorshipsTo learn more about our benefits visit : https : / / pennymacnews.page.link / benefitsCompensation : Individual salary may vary based on multiple factors including specific role, geographic location / market data, and skills and experience as defined below : Lower in range - Building skills and experience in the roleMid-range - Experience and skills align with proficiency in the roleHigher in range - Experience and skills add value above typical requirements of the roleSome roles may be eligible for performance-based compensation and / or stock-based incentives awarded to employees based on company and individual performance.Salary$110,000 - $170,000Work ModelOFFICE#J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $110,000 - $170,000