IP Operations Manager

Job Area: Legal Group, Legal Group > Legal Specialist

General Summary:

Qualcomm Incorporated, an international leader in driving innovation and developing intellectual property, has an opportunity for a qualified Operations Manager to work in one of the world's most productive Intellectual Property Departments. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in driving department initiatives and supporting operations planning activities. We are looking for a self-motivated leader with managerial skills, knowledge, and passion to accomplish the defined objectives of this exciting opportunity.

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operations Manager to establish and lead our IP team in Gurgaon, India. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operational management, such as overseeing large-scale projects, defining business processes, establishing key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensuring compliance with defined practices. The ideal candidate has proven experience building highly efficient teams and retaining top talent.

Responsibilities: As an Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:

Build and develop a strong team, including recruiting and training top talent.

Collaborating closely with the San Diego-based operations leadership team to align strategies and ensure seamless integration of processes, and execution of defined activities.

Overseeing daily operations to ensure efficiency and productivity and generating high-quality work products that meet defined expectations.

Developing, managing and optimizing policies and procedures as well as Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement.

Hiring, leading, and mentoring a team of operations staff to foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Initially, the role will focus on establishing and recruiting a team of IP professionals to support the IP Departments Operations Team. Further responsibilities include implementing best practice workstreams, processes, and systems to align with Qualcomm's business objectives for activities along the IP lifecycle.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated expertise in managing all facets of patent prosecution and docketing activities for both US and international jurisdictions throughout the patent lifecycle. This includes overseeing patent prosecution activities, handling docketing and de-docketing deadlines in IPMS, ensuring the accurate capture of critical patent details, and annuities management.

Proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams.

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.

Strong understanding of IP laws and regulations.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, including collaborating effectively across different time zones.

Bachelor's degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in the legal field and 3+ years of industry-specific legal experience.

OR
Paralegal Certificate and 3+ years of experience in the legal field and 3+ years of industry-specific legal experience.

OR

High School diploma or equivalent and 6+ years of experience in the legal field and 6+ years of industry-specific legal experience.

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