Global Trademarks Paralegal – Hybrid (Pgh/Chi)

Kraft Heinz; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Wellbeing programs

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Kraft Heinz’s Global Trademarks Legal Team is seeking a highly organized Trademarks Paralegal to support a large, international trademark portfolio. You will handle US filings, clearance searches, and docket management within a fast‑paced in‑house team.

The role offers hybrid work options in Chicago or Pittsburgh, collaboration with a dedicated team, and opportunities to grow in global trademark prosecution and brand protection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved program preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of trademark paralegal experience in law firm or in‑house environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with trademark databases is a plus; strong understanding of USPTO procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file U.S. trademark applications, statements of use, renewals, assignments, and extensions of time with the USPTO; liaise with foreign associates on international filings.
• Conduct preliminary trademark clearance searches and summarize results for attorney review.
• Maintain trademark records in WebTMS and monitor deadlines to ensure timely filings.
• Assist with enforcement, takedowns, and invoicing; support agreements and documentation for trademark matters.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certificate (ABA‑approved)

Tools

Microsoft Office

WebTMS

TEAS/USPTO procedures

Job description

Kraft Heinz’s Global Trademarks Legal Team is seeking a highly organized Trademarks Paralegal to support a large, international trademark portfolio. You will handle US filings, clearance searches, and docket management within a fast‑paced in‑house team.

The role offers hybrid work options in Chicago or Pittsburgh, collaboration with a dedicated team, and opportunities to grow in global trademark prosecution and brand protection.