IP Patent Operations Leader

IP Patent Operations Leader

Job Description

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. 

In this role, you will:

Provide administrative support services to assist patent attorneys and patent paralegals in filing patent applications and providing timely responses to the USPTO and similar foreign entities with respect to pending patent applications and global patent portfolio management.

• Assist in the filing and prosecution of patent applications, including preparing and filing appropriate responses and documentation with the USPTO in a timely manner, which at times may require contacting the USPTO to confirm specific forms or responses required to meet their needs and electronic system trouble shooting.
• Partnering with and instructing various third-party service providers to support global patent portfolio management.
• Ensuring electronic patent records are current and accurate.
• Undertake various other projects and activities as may be assigned from time to time by the Chief Counsel or other attorneys and paralegals, to assist the Legal Department in accomplishing its objectives.
• Be team oriented and communicate fully with customers, as needed, to meet individual project objectives; maintain a continuous improvement and growth mindset to always improve services and value delivery.
• Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve both their individual and team contributions to achieve desired business results.
• Respond directly to correspondence or inquiries not requiring the legal analysis of an attorney or paralegal.

About Us

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.

At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring.  You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.

You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.

In one of our Professional roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• A high school education or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant administrative (IP docket management, database experience)
• Anaqua, Outlook, USPTO site, USPTO forms, pdf editor, and Word software proficiency
• Ability to understand the activities, products, services and personnel of the business sectors and groups supported, as well as a basic knowledge of the activities, products and personnel of other sectors and groups and of the Corporation’s domestic and international organization.
• The incumbent should have sound judgment, good communication, attention to detail, organizational and analytical skills, and sufficient diplomacy and tact to deal effectively with all customers and professional relationships.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Legal administrative experience (familiarity with USPTO – Patent Center and USPTO Forms)
• Preparing and filing Information Disclosure Statements for US patent applications.
• Anaqua software implementation and management experience
• Lean Six-Sigma or other process optimization experience
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMI)

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
 

Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.

Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

To Be Considered
Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

In the meantime, please check out the careers website.

And finally, the fine print….

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world.  We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the experiences of our consumers.  When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $130,000 USD

At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion.

Primary LocationUSA-GA-Atlanta-Roswell

Additional LocationsUSA-IL-Chicago, USA-TX-Dallas, USA-WI-Neenah

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time