Patent Paralegal

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact peoples lives in homes around the world. the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham Massachusetts with more than 3600 associates the companys products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world .

Job Title : Patent Paralegal

Location : Needham MA (SharkNinja Headquarters)

Department : Legal Intellectual Property

Employment Type : Full-time

Position Summary :

The Patent Paralegal will play a key role in advancing the companys innovation strategy by acting as a key driver for the in-house Intellectual Property (IP) team and partnering with outside counsel for the management filing and maintenance of the companys global patent portfolio. This role focuses on U.S. and international patent prosecution docket management and coordination with internal stakeholders and external counsel to ensure timely and accurate handling of all IP matters. The ideal candidate combines strong organizational skills with experience in both patent prosecution and docketing processes and thrives in a highly-collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Patent Portfolio Management :

Lead operational execution for managing the companys patent portfolio including coordination of U.S. and international filings prosecution deadlines and maintenance.

• Steer IP Team project management through monitoring and tracking all critical dates for the companys busy new product development cycle.
• Partner with IP team and key engineering functions on coordination of assignments and inventor oath / declarations with the inventor members of the companys engineering team as well as invention disclosure statements to ensuring routine and thorough disclosures.
• Engage with attorney-leads to drive alignment on budgeting and invoicing across the companys patent portfolio.
• Champion process optimization to drive efficiency and data integrity in IP operations through deployment of automation AI templates self-service and SOPs.
• Support training initiatives for business clients.

Docketing Services :

Qualifications :

Education : Bachelors degree paralegal certification or equivalent experience required. Equivalent experience welcome.

Experience : Minimum 4 years of experience in patent prosecution and docketing.

Knowledge :

Key Competencies :

Salary and Other Compensation : The annual salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography / market skills education experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position subject to applicable eligibility requirements : medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance flexible spending accounts health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution 401(k) retirement plan with matching employee stock purchase program life insurance AD&D short-term disability insurance long-term disability insurance generous paid time off company holidays parental leave identity theft protection pet insurance pre-paid legal insurance back-up child and eldercare days product discounts referral bonus program and more.

This posting will close within 90 days from the original posting date.

Pay Range

$83880 - $102520 USD

Our Culture

At SharkNinja we dont just raise the barwe push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible push boundaries and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane youll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance retirement plans paid time off employee stock purchase options wellness programs SharkNinja product discounts and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining whats possible. When you join youre not just part of a companyyoure part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether we wont just launch products well disrupt entire markets.

At SharkNinja Diversity Equity and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinjas innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work making an impact and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership associates and our community we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.

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Life At SharkNinja

Outrageously Extraordinary

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Key Skills

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Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 83880 - 102520