Senior IP US Patent Operations Manager

Cooley LLP; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooley LLP is seeking an IP US Patent Manager to support the IP Services team. The role oversees the USFS team, drives efficiency and quality, and partners with client service management on initiatives.

The position emphasizes leadership, workflow optimization, and collaboration with practitioners to ensure high-quality patent prosecution and counseling support. A hybrid schedule is offered with in-office and remote days.

Qualifications

• 5+ years IP-related experience.
• Project management experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the US Filing Specialist (USFS) team.
• Actively manage USFS caseloads, client assignments, workload and capacity.
• Develop metrics and accountability measures to drive team performance.
• Lead the development of structured USFS training and provide coaching.
• Identify opportunities to improve US patent filing workflows through automation and technology.

Skills

IP experience

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

iManage

Job description

Cooley LLP is seeking an IP US Patent Manager to support the IP Services team. The role oversees the USFS team, drives efficiency and quality, and partners with client service management on initiatives.

The position emphasizes leadership, workflow optimization, and collaboration with practitioners to ensure high-quality patent prosecution and counseling support. A hybrid schedule is offered with in-office and remote days.