IP Legal Specialist

Qualcomm India Private Limited is looking for a qualified Legal Specialist to join their Legal Group in Gurgaon, India. As a Legal Specialist at Qualcomm, you will play a crucial role in managing and maintaining the Intellectual Property (IP) docketing system, ensuring all deadlines are met, reviewing patent applications, managing formalities across different jurisdictions, and supporting various IP activities. The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of substantive IP prosecution experience and a strong understanding of IP laws and regulations. A college graduate with a degree in a relevant field, excellent organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in using IP docketing software are essential for this role. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are also required to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: - Manage and maintain the IP docketing system, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records. - Monitor and track all IP-related deadlines and ensure timely completion of required actions. - Perform quality review of patent applications and related filing documents. - Manage formalities across US and foreign jurisdictions. - Review and process incoming correspondence related to IP matters for both US and international jurisdictions. - Communicate with stakeholders to ensure proper handling of IP matters. - Assist in the preparation of reports and summaries related to IP activities. - Support portfolio development by managing IP filings, renewals, and other related tasks. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive IP strategy and initiatives. Qualifications: - 4 or more years of substantive IP prosecution experience. - College graduate with a degree in a relevant field. - Strong understanding of IP laws and regulations. - Excellent organizational and time management skills. - Attention to detail and accuracy in managing records and deadlines. - Proficiency in using IP docketing software and other relevant tools. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in the legal field and 3+ years of industry-specific legal experience. OR - Paralegal Certificate and 3+ years of experience in the legal field and 3+ years of industry-specific legal experience. OR - High School diploma or equivalent and 6+ years of experience in the legal field and 6+ years of industry-specific legal experience. Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accessible accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application/hiring process. Employees are expected to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including those related to the protection of confidential information. Please note that Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from staffing and recruiting agencies. For more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.,