JOB REQUIREMENTS: Company / Location Information We are one of the
leading manufacturers of water heating and water treatment technologies
in the world. We are a \$3.5 billion company with 140+ years history and
we employ more than 12,000 individuals globally who pride themselves on
providing the world with innovative water technology. We are committed
to Continuous Improvement, not just in our factories or processes, but
in our people. Primary Function As a member of the A. O. Smith corporate
legal team, the incumbent will manage the trademark and brand protection
activities for the North American and International business units, as
well as provide paralegal support to other legal practice areas
including patents, litigation, and compliance. Responsibilities Maintain
comprehensive trademark database and docket all pertinent deadlines
Coordinate with business teams, in-house attorneys, and outside counsel
to ensure that all prosecution actions, renewal deadlines, and other
matters are handled in a timely manner Perform and/or oversee trademark
clearance searches and analyze search results to provide actionable
legal advice to the business units Advise internal teams on trademark
usage guidelines and ensure compliance with usage requirements Oversee
monitoring of trademark infringement and counterfeiting, and direct the
protection of our marks through url takedowns, cease-and-desist notices,
and other enforcement actions Assist IP attorney with patent portfolio
management, docketing patent deadlines, preparing assignments,
declarations, and powers of attorney, and other patent administration
tasks. Qualifications Bachelor\'s degree Minimum 5-8 years\' experience
as a trademark paralegal, or a similar support role in a law firm or
corporate legal departmen ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Paralegal
certificate Experience as a patent paralegal or administrator Experience
with Microsoft SharePoint Experience performing third party due
diligence Education Bachelor\'s Degree in Related Field Years of
Experience Minimum of 5 years related work experience We Offer
Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which
include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance,
retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability
programs and tuition assistance. #LI-AO #LI-Hybrid A. O. Smith values
employee excellence. In our employment practices, we will not
discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
marital status, disability, or other legally protected status. We
operate in a global environment and will strive to create a workplace
where men and women from diverse backgrounds can thrive and achieve
their fullest potential. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online: ipc.us/t/37CD06AC9FAD4ABC