Paralegal, Intellectual Property Investigation & Enforcement

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What you will be doing:

You will be dedicated to detecting, investigating, documenting, and helping prevent misuse of PMI intellectual property (IP), while partnering with internal stakeholders such as Exam Security to strengthen controls and reduce financial and reputational risk.

This role is specifically responsible for assisting with trademark and copyright prosecution, monitoring, investigating and reporting on potential IP infringement, and supporting enforcement actions.

The role also supports other Legal Department functions, including legal research, litigation support, and document management. The position is structured to provide primarily focused IP support and flexibility to assist with other Legal Department initiatives as business needs require.

What you will bring to the role:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree required

Paralegal certification strongly preferred

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department

Experience with intellectual property matters, including trademarks, copyrights, and enforcement required

Experience supporting investigations, compliance, or enforcement functions required.

Skills and Qualifications:

Solid knowledge of intellectual property law and enforcement practices

Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High level of attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and tracking

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Experience with legal tracking systems, docketing tools, or case management systems preferred

What you can expect from us

We value and nurture an environment of inclusivity and diversity, and a culture of communication and collaboration. Your health, safety and well-being come first, and we believe that you should have time for your work, but you should also have time for you..

Join us and you’ll get:

• an excellent total package, with compensation and benefits based upon your geographic location.

• skill development opportunities, to help you grow now and into the future.

• access to a global network, to enrich your professional experience.

• flexible options to help balance work time and your time

• award and bonus opportunities.

The salary offer will be based on several factors, including the candidate’s demonstrated skills, qualifications and relevant experience.

Let’s help make the world work better for everyone. Apply today!

Project Management Institute, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.