Senior Trademark Paralegal

Job Description Summary

The Senior Trademark Paralegal will be a member of the Trademark Team in GE Aerospace Legal. This role is a key member of the Trademark Team within GE Aerospace Legal. Reporting to the Chief Brand Counsel, this role supports the business's licensing, trademark, and overall legal brand strategy. The position requires a strong understanding of best practices in trademark management and how the trademark function integrates with other areas of the business, such as legal, marketing, and product development. This role is located in Norwalk, Connecticut or Evendale, Ohio. Relocation assistance is offered.

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities

• The Senior Trademark Paralegal will focus on managing and supervising international trademark prosecution and enforcement matters for both the GE and GE Aerospace trademark portfolios. Key responsibilities include:
• Manage and instruct outside counsel on international trademark matters.
• Correspond with business clients regarding trademark issues.
• Assist with preliminary trademark searches in the U.S. and report results to business clients.
• Prepare and file trademark applications at WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization) and USPTO (U.S. Patent and Trademark Office).
• Draft responses to Office Actions.
• Docket and upload documents as needed.
• Manage Trademark Team billing, budget, and financial plans.
• Assist with contract review and licensing matters.
• Support the Brand Governance team in meetings and events.
• Participate in and help organize in-house training seminars and sessions.
• Lead and assist the team in organizing long-term strategic projects and Lean goals/objectives.
  
  

Position Qualifications

• 5+ years of trademark or comparable Intellectual Property paralegal experience at a law firm or company.
• Experience with electronic filing at USPTO and WIPO. Strong knowledge of U.S. trademark procedures and regulations.
• Experience with international prosecution and working with outside counsel.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Trademark Expertise: Deep Understanding of U.S. and international trademark procedures.
• Project Management: Ability to lead strategic projects and align with Lean goals.
• Communication Skills: Strong ability to correspond with business clients and outside counsel.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in filing applications, drafting responses, and managing budgets.
• Team Player: Willingness to adapt and assist where necessary
  
  

The base pay range for this position pay range is $108,900.00 - 145,400.00. USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on November 15th. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes