Sr. Paralegal, Intellectual Property

Senior Paralegal Intellectual Property We offer a competitive benefits package!

The Company: GIA is the worlds foremost authority in gemology. GIA is a global organization with headquarters located in Carlsbad CA. GIA in Carlsbad boasts a 17-acre ocean view campus that accommodates approximately 800 of its 3400 total employees worldwide. It offers many competitive health and commuter benefits that promote the well-being of its employees as well as that of the environment.

The Location: This position is located in Carlsbad California at our corporate headquarters.

What to expect:

• We offer competitive medical dental vision and matching 401-K plans
• Paid vacation sick and holidays tuition assistance commuter benefits

The Environment:

• On-site cafe - affordable custom breakfast and lunch meals and Starbucks drinks!
• Economic friendly services - electric vehicle charging stations on-site
• Ergonomic assessments offered on-site and virtually

JOB OVERVIEW:

We are looking for an experienced Intellectual Property Senior Paralegal to join our in-house legal this role you will

support the management and protection of the companys global IP portfolio including trademarks patents and

copyrights. You will work closely with the Legal Affairs team business stakeholders and external counsel to help safeguard

and grow our valuable IP assets. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative business-focused environment

where your contributions will have a direct impact on the Institutes brand and innovation strategy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB COMPETENCIES (Skills & Abilities)

Language skills: Proficiency in reading writing and speaking in English required

Communication skills: ability to communicate complex info in a simplified and clear manner; can communicate

effectively with others able to develop and modify communication strategies to deliver difficult or complex

information. Actively listens and encourages the open expression of diverse ideas

Interpersonal skills: ability to create positive interactions with colleagues; actively communicates with co-workers or with management in a timely & professional manner; maintains collaborative working relationship with others and

peers to improve performance

Teamwork: Interface well with others knows who to go to and how to communicate issues/needs. Knows how to balance the interests of multiple stakeholders

Problem Solving: Works on complex issues requiring the ability to synthesize and analyze multiple sources of information to independently solve problems requiring strong judgement and decision-making abilities

Time Management/ Organizational skills: Manages time and priorities appropriately - approaches work in an organized and systematic manner. Able to manage large projects and deadlines

Flexibility: able to adapt to change able to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail. Able to adapt communication styles. Understands that different situations may call for different approaches

Personal Accountability: continually improves performance; takes personal accountability for decisions actions & outcomes. Follows through on commitments and encourages others do the same

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain the companys domestic and international trademark and patent portfolios

Coordinate and track filings renewals and deadlines with outside counsel

Monitor IP watch notices assist with clearance searches and support enforcement efforts

Maintain IP records and databases ensuring accuracy and timely reporting

Assist with IP-related agreements audits and due diligence projects

Provide general support on copyright licensing and other IP matters as needed

Conflict Resolution: able to settle differences in productive ways while minimizing disruptions. Willingness to confront issues. Facilitates breakthroughs by integrating diverse views and finding common ground or acceptable alternatives. Maintains & fosters sensitivity and respect for cultural diversity. Seeks to understand different perspectives and cultures Mentoring: Always shares and transfers knowledge locally and/or globally to team members as needed Computer skills: Strong knowledge of MS Office (Excel Word PowerPoint)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge & Experience)

Bachelors degree in related field and 5 years of IP paralegal experience in a law firm and/or corporate legal department; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Paralegal certificate from an accredited program required

Strong working knowledge of U.S. and international trademark and patent systems procedures and filings (e.g.: USPTO WIPO EUIPO).

Experience managing IP databases/docketing systems.

Proficiency in IP docketing systems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Hybrid work schedule. Required to work at least 3 days at Carlsbad CA office.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed in a designated professional office workstation and environment.

Extensive use of office equipment to include computer calculator copier fax and other business-related machines

and software.

Salary Range: $82-$117k annually

An Equal Opportunity Employer
All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race sex religion national origin age disability or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Disclaimer: This job description indicates in general terms the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification and it may be changed by management at any time. Other duties may also apply. Nothing in this job description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees.