IP Paralegal

Permanent

At Electrolux, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people, and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living. 

Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute, and grow together. 

All about the role:

Electrolux is looking for an IP Paralegal to become an integral part of the legal team in a stable, highly regarded consumer goods corporation. The position will report to the Senior Associate General Counsel, and work with the other lawyers in the Legal Department. 

What you’ll do: 

• Prepare and file U.S. trademark applications, including electronic filings with follow through to registration and post-registration maintenance and renewals;
• Manage trademark docket for deadlines; understand docket and deadlines and action needed on each file;
• Conduct electronic recordation of assignment documents; review Notice of Recordation and report same to client and prepare client status reports;
• Comprehend chain of title in U.S. trademarks and ability to perfect same;
• Coordinate with foreign counsel on international clearance, filing, maintenance and renewal matters;
• Assist with trademark clearance projects, including U.S. screening and full searches and international screening and formal counsel searches;
• Assist in preparing and filing of trademark oppositions and cancellation proceedings; and
• Assist in trademark filing strategy discussions and due diligence;
• Assist with anti-counterfeiting activities and online takedowns;
• Coordinate cease and desist letters/online take down notices with Electrolux managing IP counsel, and business leaders.
• Assist with preparing and execution of IP related agreements including confidentiality agreements, joint development agreements, IP allocation agreements, technology procurement agreements, content acquisition agreements, licensing agreements, and settlement agreements in close coordination with Electrolux managing IP counsel;
• Prepare and file U.S. copyright applications;
• Coordinate the gathering of evidence in support of copyright, trademark and patent litigation proceedings.
• Assist with due diligence activities in support of Electrolux M&A activities; and
• Support patent prosecution team with docketing and filings.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. trademark rules and procedure; working knowledge of national laws of other countries; knowledge of Paris Convention and deadlines set therein and familiarity with the Madrid Protocol;
• Proficient with electronic research tools such as Saegis, USPTO and WIPO databases; and conduct preliminary trademark searches
• Proficient with USPTO electronic trademark filing systems
• Experience with Intellectual Property docketing systems, patent and trademark.
• Strong organizational and time and deadline management skills
• Must be a good planner who is very detail-oriented and has the ability to organize and prioritize
• Work independently, taking initiative to move projects to conclusion
• Ability to manage deadlines
• Ability to work together with legal team members on special projects, initiatives, or other matters that may arise from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal studies certificate required
•  5+ years of experience as a paralegal or similar legal role, with experience in a corporate legal department strongly preferred
• Experience drafting, negotiating, and/or managing contracts in a corporate legal department

Where you’ll be:

This position will be based at our North America headquarters in Charlotte, NC.

It is the policy of Electrolux North America, Inc. (‘ENA’) to select, develop and promote employees based on the individual's ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of ENA to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex/gender, national origin, citizenship, age (40 or older), disability (mental, physical or visual), genetic information, sexual orientation, status as a disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or as a member of the National Guard or Military Reserve, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of ENA to maintain a working environment free of harassment and illegal intimidation. It is further the policy of ENA to comply with all applicable Federal, State, and Local statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.