Senior Corporate Counsel, Intellectual Property

STERIS Corporation•Cleveland, OH

12h•$175,000 - $217,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Corporate Counsel, Intellectual Property provides legal counsel and support to multiple business units on intellectual property matters. The role supports initiatives of the intellectual property department and works closely with business leaders to develop and implement intellectual property strategies. It advises on patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and manages multiple outside counsel.

Requirements

Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and active membership in good standing of a state bar.
At least 5 years of experience in intellectual property law, in a law firm or corporate environment.
Admission to practice before the USPTO.
Extensive knowledge of USPTO and PCT rules, regulations, practice, and forms.
Ability to perform research, share knowledge, and train others.
Experience conducting product clearances, freedom-to-operate and patentability searches, and formulating and communicating opinions on them.
Fluent in English, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in technical, legal, and business environments, including with engineers, attorneys, marketing and sales teams, and business management.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, handle multiple tasks, think creatively, take initiative, and respond quickly to changing priorities.
Creativity, desire for constant improvement, and willingness to challenge the status quo and conventional wisdom where appropriate.
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and willingness to learn from, assist, and support others.
Strong computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office, the USPTO's EFS, AI-related tools, and STERIS's IP docket management system.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of experience in intellectual property law, in a law firm or corporate environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare and prosecute patent applications.
Oversee and manage outside counsel in the filing and prosecution of patent applications.
Oversee and manage a portfolio of trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and other intellectual property assets.
Draft, review, and revise agreements or clauses relating to intellectual property, development, and research activities.
Conduct due diligence relating to possible corporate acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, or other business initiatives.
Perform other departmental or IP-adjacent tasks as requested by the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel.