Manager, IP Support

Goodwin•Boston, MA

1d•$140,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do. Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer. This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers. The IP Manager will be responsible for leading the IP Administrators and Specialists, overseeing staffing and procedures to ensure that the needs of the IPTS practice are met.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
10+ years of experience in an IP environment, preferably in a large law firm.
5+ years in a management role.
Strong knowledge of US and International patent and trademark rules and electronic filing systems.
Strong management skills, including ability to direct staff and maintain a positive team atmosphere.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to travel periodically, as needed, among regional IP offices.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with CPI, iManage, and IPDAS preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises and advises the IP Administrators and Specialists on all aspects of their positions.
Coordinates coverage during staff absences.
Oversees day-to-day workflow.
Serves as a resource to IP Attorneys, Science Advisors, and IP Administrators for IP related questions regarding administrative and procedural matters.
Works with IP Senior Operations Manager and HR to interview and select IP Administrators and Specialists.
Develops and implements training/integration programs and onboarding procedures for the IP team.
Works with IP Managers and Director to produce documentation of the policies and procedures of the patent prosecution practice.
Provides ongoing training and support for IP Administrators and Specialists, fielding questions and addressing any performance concerns.
Works on additional projects as directed by the IP Director.