Legal Specialist

Job Description Summary

The Intellectual Property (IP) team in the BD Law Group is seeking a Legal Specialist to partner with and support IP professionals in the management of the BD IP portfolio and IP litigation. The position is located in Franklin Lakes, NJ and regular in-office presence is expected under a hybrid office/home arrangement.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

The Intellectual Property (IP) team in the BD Law Group is seeking a Legal Specialist to partner with and support IP professionals in the management of the BD IP portfolio and IP litigation.  The position is located in Franklin Lakes, NJ and regular in-office presence is expected under a hybrid office/home arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Within the IP Management System, manage invention, patent and other records, including opening, maintaining, and updating records, understand and execute IP workflows, and perform tasks.

• Develop various standard and custom IP reports in the IP Management System, analyze and summarize IP data, and advise IP professionals accordingly.

• Coordinate and communicate with outside counsel, internal inventors, external inventors and other stakeholders to support patent prosecution, including preparing various patent and legal documents, obtaining electronic or wet signatures, and seeking out any other necessary information.

• Prepare for and assist IP professional in facilitating patent committee meetings, including preparing presentations and agendas, scheduling, taking meeting minutes and tracking and managing action items.

• Support IP Litigation activities including developing and maintaining regular IP Litigation reports, managing IP Litigation calendar, and coordinating meetings.

• Run patent searches and research patent or other public information on third parties, in support of diligence activities or other needs.

• Within the Legal Tracker Billing System, open, update and maintain billing records, assist IP professionals in managing and maintaining budgets, and develop budget reports.

• Assist R&D function with IP incentive award data and manage any unique incentive award issues.

• Partner with IP professionals to assess IP training needs, prepare presentation and course materials, and manage all training logistics, including scheduling, location, and attendees.

• Manage and direct special projects and assignments as required.

• Provide miscellaneous administrative support such as scheduling meetings and booking travel.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma Required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• At least 5 years of experience across areas detailed under Qualifications.

• Prior experience supporting intellectual property or other legal function is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong process orientation, data management, research, analytical and reporting skills.

• Experience using legal software systems such as IP management systems, document management systems and legal billing systems (Anaqua and Legal Tracker experience preferred).

• Advanced proficiency in Office 365 applications, especially ability to create high quality, professional presentations, and communications suitable for executive audiences.

• Strong communication and meeting facilitation skills.

• Superior attention to detail.

• Demonstrated ability to use sound, independent judgment, and discretion.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers 

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status. 

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Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

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