IP Paralegal and Office Manager

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.•Washington, DC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking an IP Paralegal and Office Manager to join our in-house corporate office to support our DC-based intellectual property team. The ideal candidate is a versatile individual who is comfortable wearing many hats and adapting to changing priorities across a wide range of disciplines. Native-level or near-native fluency in both Korean and English is required, as this role will regularly interface with colleagues, partners, and leadership in Korea. A strong understanding of Korean business culture and professional norms is essential to success in this position.

Requirements

Native-level or near-native fluency in both Korean and English (spoken and written) — required
Deep familiarity with Korean business culture, communication norms, and professional etiquette — required
Bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience required
2+ years working in a professional office environment (paralegal, office management, and/or executive assistant experience is a plus)
Proactive self-starter with a broad skill set and the willingness to tackle whatever comes their way
Well-organized with a strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy
Demonstrated ability to perform within corporate guidelines, support corporate processes, and make enhancements wherever applicable
Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal skills at executive and project team levels
Availability and willingness to participate in occasional evening calls to collaborate with teams in Korea
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality at all times
Strong proficiency with standard office software tools including MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with patent docketing management software is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist with legal and patent data/document management, including creating and maintaining electronic files for patent and other intellectual property
Collaborate with multiple teams across LG Group affiliates and/or outside counsel in support of various projects
Serve as a key liaison between the DC office and Korea-based teams, leveraging cultural and linguistic fluency to ensure effective communication across time zones
Provide office management/administrative support, including processing invoices, ordering office supplies and equipment, managing incoming and outgoing mail, coordinating vendor relationships, and executing internal and external meetings and events
Represent the company in a professional manner consistent with both U.S. and Korean corporate standards
Participate in occasional evening calls with Korea-based counterparts as needed to accommodate time zone differences
Support the in-house attorney team with other company projects and functions as needed
While this role is primarily on-site five days a week, there is flexibility for occasional remote days and adjusted hours with management approval.