Senior Manager for Patent Operations

Lead the Patent Operations team at Gowling WLG, ensuring excellence in Canadian and international patent prosecution support. This senior management role focuses on operational leadership and process standardization. As the Senior Manager of Patent Operations, you will report directly to the Director of Intellectual Property Operations and lead a national team. This role requires extensive knowledge of patent prosecution and the ability to mentor staff towards high performance. Contribute to strategic initiatives and enhance service delivery in a client-focused environment. Key Responsibilities:

• Provide operational leadership for patent prosecution services
• Develop and mentor the patent prosecution support team
• Establish and enhance patent prosecution workflows
• Collaborate with Intellectual Property professionals for optimal support
• Oversee workforce planning and employee development

Requirements:

• University degree or college diploma in a related field
• Minimum 12 years of Intellectual Property support experience
• At least 8 years of leadership experience in a managerial role
• Strong knowledge of patent prosecution practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Inprotech is an asset

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