Associate General Counsel, Trademark Clearance – US Remote

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

As a member of the corporate legal team, this attorney will be expected to work in a team-oriented, results-driven practice group which works collaboratively with its clients on complex legal matters.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work with internal clients to address IP needs of the enterprise
• Manage trademark prosecution process, clearance of new marks, draft office action responses and handle trademark maintenance deadlines in connection with IP paralegals
• Conduct initial investigations into possible infringements and enforce company IP rights as necessary, handle incoming IP demands as they arise, draft demand letters and negotiate settlements
• Advise on copyright related matters including copyright registrations and copyright permission requests
• Assist with domain registrations, gTLD strategy, and domain related enforcement matters (UDRPs and takedowns)
• Conduct legal review of marketing and advertising materials
• Create and maintain internal processes, procedures, and tools, such as playbooks and checklists
• Provide training and support on legal issues and developments
• Manage intake and onboarding of acquired IP portfolios
• Manage outside counsel

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate degree
• Current admission to U.S. state bar in your current state of residence
• 3+ years of IP legal experience (law firm or in-house counsel experience)
• 2+ years of significant trademark clearance experience
• Demonstrated presentation creation and delivery skills, including experience with PowerPoint, Excel, and other standard tools
• Proven ability to manage, handle and prioritize multiple projects
• Proven ability to effectively advocate/problem-solve as necessary to obtain desired outcomes
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team setting with other attorneys and paralegals of multiple levels
• Proven ability to work in a matrixed environment
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated poise and confidence necessary to deal with senior lawyers and business leaders

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $122,100 to $234,700 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes – an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.