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Senior Counsel, Intellectual Property
Senior Counsel, Intellectual Property
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
• Lead the development and execution of strategic global intellectual property strategy, including patents, trademarks, copyrights.
• Advise leadership and cross-functional product and engineering teams on IP risks, licensing, and commercialization opportunities.
• Manage IP-related litigation, dispute resolution, and enforcement actions.
• Oversee patent and trademark filings, prosecution, and portfolio management.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various IP-related agreements (e.g., licensing, technology transfer, non-disclosure, strategic partnerships, supply chain).
• Ensure compliance with international IP laws and implement internal IP policies.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, product, and marketing teams around the world to identify and protect innovative assets.
• Educate and train teammates on IP best practices and risk mitigation.
WHAT YOU NEED TO WIN
• Strong negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills; experience with global IP issues.
• Proven ability to proactively spot issues, drive and lead complex projects and influence senior stakeholders, providing strategic yet practical and business-oriented advice.
• Excellent organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced, innovative environment; strong willingness to learn and expand areas of expertise, comfort with ambiguity and risk
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving across cross-functional groups and stakeholders.
• Team player willing to work collaboratively in a nimble and agile legal team.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
• 7+ years of intellectual property-focused legal experience, including patent and trademark prosecution, experience in structuring and leading negotiations of intellectual property transactions across various technology areas, including physical goods and software licenses.
• J.D. from an accredited law school, preferably from a top-ranked law school; a science or technology undergraduate degree.
• Admission to a U.S. state bar (California preferred) and U.S. Patent Bar.
• Combination of law firm and in-house experience preferred; experience in the outdoor industry a strong plus.
BENEFITS
As a full-time, regular teammate, you are eligible for the following benefits, beginning the first of the month following your start date.
Benefits include:
• Competitive pay with annual performance-based reviews for continued growth and recognition
• Comprehensive healthcare plan options, including PPO, EPO, HDHP, and HMO (acupuncture and physical therapy included)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer HSA contributions when enrolled in the High-Deductible Healthcare Plan (HDHP)
• Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Company Matching up to $5,000 annually with immediate 100% vesting and administrative fees paid for by the company
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to individualized mental well-being care
• Generous Vacation, Sick, Paid Holidays, and Volunteer Time Off
• 14 weeks of 100% paid leave for birthing parents and 8 weeks of 100% paid leave for non-birthing parents, plus a Specialized bike for your new baby
• Up to $9,000 annually in Career Development & Degree Assistance
• Up to $250 annually in Fitness & Wellness Reimbursement
• Industry Pro-Deal Discounts and Perks
For additional information on benefits and perks, please visit: https://benefits.specialized.com.