About the Job:

As a Senior Trademark Paralegal in Yum! Brands’ IP/Global Brand Protection Group, you will play an active role in building and protecting some of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands. You will assist the team’s trademark attorneys in managing the global trademark portfolios for Taco Bell, KFC, Pizza Hut, and Habit Burger & Grill and be part of a collegial, supportive, and high-performing team. To be successful, you must have a passion for trademarks, be a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, analytical environment; demonstrate high attention to detail; and be a strong communicator who is comfortable working in a fun, team-focused setting.

Salary Range: 

$96,700 – $113,800 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Responsibilities: 

Working closely with the team’s trademark attorneys, you will:

• Conduct and analyze U.S. and international trademark searches to determine availability of marks and prepare clearance opinions 
• Handle day-to-day filing and prosecution of domestic and foreign trademark applications 
• Support enforcement efforts by conducting research, collecting evidence, and preparing C&D letters and takedown notices 
• Review and flag Watch Notices and assist in Opposition/Cancelation proceedings
• Create and manage search and infringement records using WebTMS docketing software
• Correspond with clients in an approachable manner to answer trademark questions, obtain instructions, and provide practical guidance on trademark best practices

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 5 years’ experience as a dedicated trademark paralegal, with strong preference for prior in-house experience (bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate required)
• Experience handling a broad range of global trademark issues; some experience with copyright and domain name issues a plus
• Experience conducting and analyzing trademark searches using online global databases (e.g., SAEGIS), with history of using online resources such as social media platforms to conduct investigations
• Comfort instructing and posing questions to international trademark agents
• Experience filing applications, renewals, and other documents with the USPTO, as well as familiarity using the TMEP
• Significant prior use of trademark portfolio management databases (experience with WebTMS preferred)

Preferred Requirements:

• Excellent judgment and analytical skills, with comfort weighing in on “grey” issues and working independently 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with a knack for conveying practical advice in a client-friendly manner
• Top-notch organizational skills and comfort overseeing high-volume, active docket with numerous deadlines
• Strong sense of pride in work product with keen attention to detail
• Experience crafting and delivering high-impact training materials using PowerPoint and other presentation tools
• Friendly, approachable, collaborative style that fits with Yum’s culture

Benefits: 

Employees (and their eligible family members) may enroll in the following types of insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision, legal, and accidental death and dismemberment, as well as FSA/HSA (depending on enrolled medical plan). Yum! also provides short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. Employees may enroll in our 401(k) plan. Yum! provides 4 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays, a floating day off and 2 paid days for volunteer time each calendar year. To learn more about working at Yum! -Click here. 

At Yum!, one of our core values is to Believe in ALL People. This means seeing the value in everyone and unlocking their full potential to be their best self. YUM! Brands, Inc. (including its subsidiaries Yum Restaurant Services Group, LLC (“YRSG”) and Yum Connect, LLC (“Yum Digital and Technology”)(collectively, “Yum”) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. Yum! is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.

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This posting will be open for a minimum of two weeks. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected.

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