JOB REQUIREMENTS: Sr. Associate, Patent Paralegal - 26550 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: ABOUT THE ROLE The SC Johnson Legal Department is looking for a Sr. Associate, Patent Paralegal to join our Patent Practice Group. The Patent Practice Group manages a large domestic and international consumer-products patent portfolio and works closely with research and marketing personnel. If you are an organized and detail-oriented professional with the ability to independently oversee patent docketing and prosecution matters, this is the position for you. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Manage US and international patent portfolios for specific business units * Support patent attorneys in all aspects of global patent portfolio management, including invention disclosures, patent filings, docket management, clearance searches, counseling, conflicts resolution, and acquisition due diligence support * Preparation of official patent documents (Assignments, Power of Attorney, Declarations, etc.) * Manage and assist US and international outside counsel in all aspects of patent preparation, patent clearance, patent prosecution and dispute resolution * Work with inventors to gather pertinent information in support of patent applications * Work with business units to gather evidence for contentious matters and collect and maintain patent-use information * Maintain patent portfolio management database * Monitor and manage annuity activities relating to payments and due dates * Assist with invoice review and management * Assist with various projects work as needed, including Freedom to Operate tracking, Agreement review, reviewing processes and workflows related to patent portfolios, preparing and delivering reports for invention disclosures, and estate review as requested BENEFITS AND PERKS SC Johnson\'s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we\'re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more. Equal Opportunity Employer The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU\'LL BRING * Bachelor\'s degree and 2+ years\' work experience as a patent, or intellectual property paralegal * Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS * 4 years patent paralegal experience in a major law firm and/or in-house paralegal experience * Strong working knowledge of domestic and international patent laws and procedures * Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-performing consumer-products company and manage and prioritize a large, complex workload * Detail oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work closely and build relationships with domestic and international business clients, team members and outside counsel * Successful completion of an A.B.A. approved Paralegal program * Online searching and docketing skills (Acclaim IP and Anaqua experience preferred) JOB REQUIREMENTS * Full time Monday-Friday, Core Office hours * Remote work is available once per week for eligible employees. * Business trav l as necessary ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=cce3aa5b61f5bdcc07dd18170a23af1e Other: Applicants ONLY to apply via URL link provided! Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.