Remote Patent and Intellectual Property Counsel

Job Summary

A global management consulting and professional services firm is searching for a person to fill their position for a Remote Patent and Intellectual Property Counsel.

Must be able to:

• Help develop and implement firm-wide IP strategic initiatives, policies, best practices, and training to minimize risk and maximize business outcomes
• Embed with the business to gain a deep understanding of key assets and develop comprehensive IP protection strategies, including evaluating assets for patent protection
• Lead and manage patenting efforts for specific internal business groups by identifying strategic focus areas, mining and harvesting innovations, evaluating the patentability of such innovations, and setting global patent filing strategies

Must meet the following requirements for consideration:

• Substantial experience working directly with business leaders and innovators to shape our patent strategy and obtain high-value patents
• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience practicing patent law
• Minimum of 6 years of  drafting/prosecuting or managing the prosecution of patents globally, particularly in the areas of business method, software and computer-related technologies
• Demosntrated skills in anticipating obstacles and risks, and developing innovative solutions in alignment with business strategy
• Proven analytical skills, business acumen, and ability to bridge the legal and business aspects of IP law by providing solid IP advice in a business practical manner