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Summary

Applied Materials, Inc. i s the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world . Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied, our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future.

Located within Patent & IP Portfolio Group of Legal and Compliance Organization (LCO), this role will have the responsibility of supporting the all aspects of patent administration and supports, globally.

Applied is seeking an independent and detail oriented individual to provide IP paralegal support, particularly on patent and/or trademark matters, and to assist IP counsel with other projects on behalf of the LCO.

Key Responsibilities

Prepares and reviews legal documents, such as patent-related documents, trademarks-related documents, contracts, other corporate documents, etc.

Prepares and maintains general legal and patent files

Performs and coordinates legal research, including patent, trademark, corporate, and other general legal search

Works with and maintains legal databases including patent, trademarks, contracts, other corporate and legal databases

Analyzes data related to legal matters and prepares reports, including patent, trademarks, corporate matters, etc.

Prepares and files documents in response to legal matters or legal proceedings, such as patent application filings, corporate applications, etc.

Assists attorneys in legal matters, such as those related to patents, trademarks, corporate activities

With minimal oversight advises business stakeholders on matters such as

Prepares and reviews legal documents, such as patent-related documents, trademarks-related documents, contracts, other corporate documents, etc.

Prepares and maintains general legal and patent files

Performs and coordinates legal research, including patent, trademark, corporate, and other general legal search

Supports invention disclosure throughout its lifecycle (e.g., from invention in-take, to file, to grants, etc.) and ensure adherence to target cycle times

Works with and maintains legal databases including patent, trademarks, contracts, other corporate and legal databases

Analyzes data related to legal matters and prepares reports, including patent, trademarks, corporate matters, etc.

Prepares and files documents in response to legal matters or legal proceedings, such as patent application filings, corporate applications, etc.

Assists IP Counsel in legal matters, such as those related to patents, trademarks, corporate activities

Uphold the integrity of the data systems (e.g., a patent docketing system such as IP Manager)

Additionally, the successful candidate will have a strong ability in managing wide range interactions with internal clients across various business units and cross-functional teams, globally to perform the various tasks and projects under IP and LCO. Experience in docketing skill is a must.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree or above.

5+ years experience in a position focused on or related to invoice review/management, paralegal, or other legal analyst at or on behalf of multi-national corporation(s).

Experience as a patent prosecution paralegal and patent docketing.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

A college degree and fluent in English

Has good communication & project management skills

Has diligent work ethic and a Self-starter

Be customer oriented, a team player, & able to work in a cross-functional & global environment

Strong analytical skills & willingness to exercise judgement and identify solutions to problems

Technology-savvy; proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially in Excel with excellent level of attention to detail; proficient in IP management system s (e.g., Anaqua and TyMetrix)

Be result oriented and take extreme pride in delivering world-class product, confront issues with viable solutions, and be able to build or change structure and procedure in accordance to business objectives

Functional Knowledge

Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

7 - 10 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

No

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.