As a valued International Docketing Workflow Coordinator team member, the selected candidate will be responsible for the coordination and supervision of International Docketing Assistants and workflow in all international patent docketing functions.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
o Supervising, training and mentoring International Docketing staff members
o Coordinating workflow
o Assisting in maintenance and updating of information in the docketing system
o Conducting audits to ensure accuracy of data in the docket system
o Ensure quality assurance protocols for data integrity and 2nd eye review
o Reviewing and processing intake and transferred-in files
o Billing fixed fees
o Monitoring docketing and un-docketing mailboxes and assignments
o Responding to attorney and staff inquiries
o Other duties/projects assigned
Candidate Requirements:
o 5+ years of IP docketing experience in a law firm setting
o Supervisory and workflow coordination experience desired
o Experience with international IP patent matters
o Knowledge of IP rules in international patent markets
o Must be proficient in Windows-based software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
o Strong working knowledge of docket database systems: IP Manager and Dennemeyer
o Strong working knowledge of billing software: Elite
o Sense of urgency, strong organizational skills and effective time management
o Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
o Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as you will communicate with attorneys, all levels of administrative staff and contacts outside the Firm
o Excellent attention to detail, problem solving, editing and proofreading abilities are also key
o Bachelor's degree preferred
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http://townsend.com/Join/Administrative/opportunities-admin
Townsend and Townsend and Crew LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer