Assistant General Counsel - IP
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Catalent
Morrisville, NC (In Person)
$207,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Assistant General Counsel
IP Position Summary:
This is a full-time salaried position Based onsite out of Bridgewater, NJ or Morrisville, NC The Assistant General Counsel- IP will partner closely with R D, business, and legal stakeholders to support commercial transactions, manage Catalent's global IP portfolio, support commercial and transactional activity, and drive operational excellence in IP processes and cost management. The Assistant General Counsel
- IP will be the primary legal advisor on IP matters across a dynamic and fast-paced organization.
The Role:
Advise on and support the negotiation and drafting of IP‑related provisions in a wide range of commercial agreements, including development, manufacturing, supply, collaboration, and services agreements. Lead inbound and outbound IP licensing matters, including advising on deal structure and risk, negotiating license terms, and developing and implementing standardized in‑licensing and out‑licensing frameworks and templates aligned with business strategy. Oversee the preparation, filing, and prosecution of patent applications, manage global patent portfolios, and coordinate closely with external patent counsel to ensure strategic alignment and cost‑effective portfolio management. Manage trademark clearance, registration, maintenance, and enforcement activities, including oversight of global trademark portfolios and coordination with external trademark counsel. Provide IP risk assessment and strategic advice, including (directly and in collaboration with external counsel) on freedom‑to‑operate, validity, infringement, enforceability, and related IP matters. Provide IP due diligence, risk assessment, and transactional support for site acquisitions, divestitures, asset sales, and other strategic transactions, working closely with corporate, M&A, and business teams. Review and advise on external‑facing materials, including commercial communications and scientific publications, to ensure alignment with IP strategy and protection of Catalent's intellectual property. Review, develop, and implement IP policies, guidelines, and procedures, and design and deliver IP trainings for R D, commercial, and legal stakeholders to promote awareness and compliance. Other duties as assigned.The Candidate:
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school, required. Registered to practice before the USPTO. Minimum 6+ years of relevant IP legal experience, including a combination of law firm and in‑house experience, preferred. Strong background in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or CDMO environments, required. Demonstrated experience with patent and trademark portfolio management, IP licensing, and commercial contracting. Individual may be required to sit, stand, walk regularly and occasionally lift 0-15 pounds. The anticipated salary range for this position in New Jersey is $180,000- $235,000, plus bonus, when eligible.
Why You Should Join Catalent:
Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process Diverse, inclusive culture 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment Tuition Reimbursement WellHub- program to promote overall physical wellness Perkspot
- offers exclusive or private discounts from approximately 900+ merchants in a wide array of categories Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!
Agency and Search Firm Representatives:
Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you. Important Security Notice to U.S.Job Seekers:
Catalent NEVER asks candidates to provide any type of payment, bank details, photocopies of identification, social security number or other highly sensitive personal information during the offer process, and we NEVER do so via email or social media. If you receive any such request, DO NOT respond— it is a fraudulent request. Please forward such requests to spam@catalent.com for us to investigate with local authorities. California Job Seekers can find our California Job Applicant Notice HERE .Similar jobs in Morrisville, NC
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