Director, Global Patent Operations & Strategy

Buchanan Legal Professional Services; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

A global law firm is seeking a Director of Patent Operations to lead their Patent Practice Group. You will be responsible for executing operational strategies, managing patent operations teams, and driving process optimization. With over 10 years of experience in patent prosecution operations, this senior leadership role requires exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. This position is hybrid and can be based in various locations including San Francisco.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in patent prosecution operations, with 5-7+ years in senior leadership.
• Deep expertise in U.S. and foreign patent processes.
• Strong leadership skills managing multi-office teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the operational strategy for the Patent Practice Group.
• Drive workflow optimization and scalable process design.
• Oversee patent operations teams and establish firmwide standards.

Skills

Operational strategy execution

Patent prosecution operations

Leadership and team management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

A global law firm is seeking a Director of Patent Operations to lead their Patent Practice Group. You will be responsible for executing operational strategies, managing patent operations teams, and driving process optimization. With over 10 years of experience in patent prosecution operations, this senior leadership role requires exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. This position is hybrid and can be based in various locations including San Francisco.