Details of the Organization

HP is a global leader in personal systems, printing, and 3D printing solutions. The company maintains a sophisticated Intellectual Property (IP) ecosystem that relies on operational excellence to protect its vast portfolio of patents and trademarks. HP focuses on integrating advanced technology, including AI-enabled workflows, into its legal operations. The IP team operates in a cross-functional environment, collaborating with global vendors, IT departments, and external counsel to drive innovation and mitigate legal risks.

Details of the Job/Internship

HP is hiring an IP Operations Specialist with 6–8+ years of experience to join its team in Bengaluru.

Role and Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end docketing, filings, renewals, and portfolio maintenance for patents and trademarks within the AQX system.
• Manage AQX configurations, including permissions, dashboards, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system enhancements.
• Orchestrate the monthly annuity cycle, ensuring accurate decision-making, instructions, and auditable record-keeping.
• Enforce operating guidelines and streamline invoicing and document hygiene for outside counsel and external vendors.
• Lead complex projects such as system upgrades, data-cleanup initiatives, and organizational change management.
• Build and maintain operational dashboards to report on cycle times, backlog, and data-quality KPIs to IP leadership.
• Ensure adherence to corporate policies regarding data privacy, confidentiality, and records-retention requirements.
• Provide mentoring and technical support to lower-level team members to ensure operational consistency.

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree; a paralegal certificate or equivalent IP credential is preferred.
• 6–8+ years of experience in IP operations at an in-house legal department or a top-tier law firm.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience specifically with the Anaqua (AQX) platform.
• Proven track record in leading cross-functional project management initiatives.
• High proficiency in Excel and data validation techniques (imports/exports).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical operational details into executive updates.
• Preferred: Exposure to Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.

Salary/Stipend

Salary details will be finalised during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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