Trademark Attorney - Legal Counsel H/F Schneider Electric

Job Description

Schneider Electric has a hybrid opportunity (2 days a week in the office) for a Trademark Attorneyto be based in one of the following Schneider Electric Hub locations: United States - Raleigh; Boston/Foxboro/Andover; Nashville; Dallas; Chicago or France - Paris; Grenoble or the UK - London.

As a Trademark Attorney, you will join a talented, collaborative, and diverse group of in-house attorneys, paralegals, and legal professionals in a team-oriented environment within the company's Global Trademark & Brand Protection Team to support trademark portfolio management and strategy for Schneider Electric's businesses worldwide. This role will report to the Global Head of Trademark and Brand Protection in Schneider Electric.

Roles & Responsibilities:

- Oversee and manage global trademark portfolios for various lines of business in collaboration with the team
- Manage trademark filing, prosecution, and maintenance actions
- Review office actions and provide appropriate response strategies to internal business clients
- Perform, review and analyze trademark clearance search investigations and provide legal opinions and business risk analysis and advice to internal business and marketing clients
- Review trademark watch notices and provide legal advice and recommendations on appropriate actions
- Monitor, investigate and provide strategic legal advice and support to internal business and marketing clients on trademark and copyright infringement
- Provide strategic legal and reputational risk advice to internal business and marketing managers for development and implementation of new products and services
- Participate in the creation and drafting of global trademark policies and procedures
- Collaborate in defining and implementing brand and trademark usage best practices and guidelines
- Investigate and research online brand abuse findings and coordinate with internal business and marketing teams on appropriate response strategies and actions
- Liaise with global network of outside counsel and agents in regards to trademark portfolio filings, prosecution, and maintenance
- Provide support on strategic brand and legal advice and due diligence to internal business and marketing teams on acquisitions, divestitures, and brand migrations

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $117,600 - $176,400 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form .

Compensation ranges listed in this posting apply to candidates located within the United States and reflect U.S.-specific regulatory requirements. Compensation practices, required disclosures, and market ranges differ by country based on local laws, market conditions, and internal benchmarking. For roles hired outside the U.S., total compensation will be determined in accordance with the applicable country's market data, legal requirements, and Schneider Electric's local compensation framework. EU & UK compensation will be aligned with local legal requirements, market practices, and Schneider Electric's compensation framework, and will not be bound by U.S. market ranges. Schneider Electric aligns its EU & UK practices with these requirements and with evolving government guidance on transparency

Qualifications

- At least 3+ years' experience in the field of intellectual property in managing trademark portfolios
- Masters or Advanced degree in intellectual property law
- Qualified professional representative under local national qualification system
- Knowledge (relative to experience) of laws and practices under the Paris Convention and Madrid Protocol
- Fluency/proficiency in English (oral & written)

Preferred Skills & Competencies:

- Qualified, or part-qualified, professional representative before the local Intellectual Property Office
- Prior in-house experience preferred
- Demonstrate ability to direct and manage external counsel and agents
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills with a focus on responsibility and reliability
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software and technologies
- Friendly and collaborative working style that embraces a diverse and inclusive global culture within a multinational organization
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Strong analytic skills to identify and prioritize risk, evaluate associated risk mitigation actions and clearly summarize complex topics and needs

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+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
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