Lead patent operations at Gowling WLG, empowering your team while enhancing service delivery. This role demands strategic insight in managing a high-performance patent prosecution team across Canada.

Gowling WLG, a global law firm, seeks a Senior Manager for its Patent Operations within the Intellectual Property team. Reporting to the Director, this leadership position involves overseeing patent prosecution support services, ensuring efficiency, and fostering an exceptional client-focused culture. Candidates should have extensive knowledge in patent prosecution practices and a passion for operational excellence and team development.

Key Responsibilities:



• Provide strategic leadership to patent prosecution support team • Develop and mentor a national support staff team • Standardize patent prosecution processes and workflows • Collaborate with professionals to ensure superior client service • Oversee workforce planning, including recruitment and development

Requirements: • 12+ years in Intellectual Property support, focusing on patents • 8+ years of leadership experience • In-depth knowledge of patent prosecution regulations • Solid communication and project management skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Inprotech knowledge is a plus

Drive operational excellence and lead the future of patent operations at Gowling WLG.

📌 Senior Manager for Patent Operations (Ahuntsic)
🏢 Gowling WLG International
📍 Ahuntsic