Patent Agent - Vice President, Program and Project Management

BNY Mellon • Pittsburgh, PA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Patent Agent - Vice President, Program and Project Management to join our Data, Intellectual Property, Technology & Innovation organization. This role is located in Pittsburgh, PA or New York, NY.

Requirements

• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a similar technical discipline.
• Approximately 5+ years of professional experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Strong experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in complex technology areas.
• Significant experience with artificial intelligence, machine learning, digital platforms, blockchain, or networking technology.
• Knowledge of software and technology relevant to BNY’s business and willingness to learn new innovations.
• Excellent written, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working closely with inventors, engineers, legal stakeholders, senior leaders.

Nice To Haves

• Both in-house and law firm experience in patent preparation and prosecution
• Prior intellectual property legal experience within the financial services industry or comparable law firm experience

Responsibilities

• Conduct invention harvesting sessions with business, product, engineering, and technology teams to identify patentable innovations.
• Perform patentability assessments, invention intake reviews, and related counseling.
• Oversee the preparation and prosecution of patent applications globally, working closely with inventors and outside counsel, as appropriate.
• Support development and execution of patent portfolio strategy aligned with business priorities, innovation initiatives, and competitive positioning.
• Conduct and support prior art searches, freedom-to-operate support, and competitive landscape reviews.
• Assist with due diligence reviews in connection with strategic transactions, partnerships, investments, or other business initiatives.
• Support patent-related litigation, pre-litigation, licensing, and dispute matters.
• Help develop processes, training, and guidance to promote invention identification and IP awareness across the organization.
• Track and manage deadlines, outside counsel work, and patent portfolio-related reporting and documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees