Associate Director, Patent Operations
$225k - $280kBuchanan Legal Professional Services
Director, Patent Operations A prestigious, innovation-driven global law firm is seeking a Director, Patent Operations to lead the strategic and operational vision for its high-performing Patent Practice Group. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, scaling global workflows, and partnering with firm leadership to shape the long-term infrastructure of a world-class IP practice. This role will be hybrid and can sit in Boston, DC, NYC, San Francisco, Palo Alto, Santa Monica, or Seattle. Base pay range $225,000 - $280,000 per year. Key Responsibilities Lead and execute the operational strategy for the Patent Practice Group across all U.S. offices. Drive multi-year planning, workflow optimization, and scalable process design (including Patricia and 3rd-party tools). Oversee all patent operations teams—docketing, international filings, and legal support (13 total direct reports). Establish and enforce firmwide operational standards, metrics, and best practices. Lead major change initiatives involving technology implementation, restructuring, and process redesign. Partner with Finance, IT, HR, Risk, and IP leadership to ensure seamless operational integration. Manage patent technology platforms and key vendor relationships. Deliver executive-level reporting using KPIs and operational data to inform strategy and performance. Serve as a thought leader on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. Qualifications 10+ years in patent prosecution operations, with 5-7+ years in senior leadership. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or certifications (MBA, PMP, Lean Six Sigma) preferred. Deep expertise in U.S. and foreign patent processes, prosecution workflows, and docketing systems. Proven experience scaling and transforming operations for large, global IP teams. Strong leadership skills with success managing managers and multi-office teams. Exceptional communication, analytical, and stakeholder management capabilities. Seniority Level Director Employment Type Full-time Job Function Legal and Management Industries Law Practice and Legal Services #J-18808-Ljbffr Buchanan Legal Professional Services
$186k - $233k
...tireless commitment to patients with cancers harboring mutations in the RAS signaling pathway. The Opportunity The Associate Director, Business Operations is an internal project manager with a consultant mindset and hands‑on approach. This is an execution‑focused role that...SuggestedFull timeLocal areaREVOLUTION Medicines
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San Francisco, CA5 days ago$90k - $105k
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San Francisco, CA11 days ago$180k - $195k
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San Francisco, CA26 days ago- .... Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube. Job Description The Associate Director, Data Governance and Strategy – Operations will lead the operationalization of data governance frameworks and data management strategies within AbbVie...SuggestedFull timeLocal area
$225k - $318k
...Dolby functions, runs several IP-centric businesses, and leads government relations. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced patent attorney and strategist with a strong understanding of the video patent landscape, industry dynamics, and pool licensing practices....Full timeWork at officeLocal areaWorldwideDolby
San Francisco, CA2 days ago- ...Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube. Job Description Purpose: As Associate Director, AI Strategy and Planning, you are responsible for driving AI strategy and governance across Operations and ensuring alignment with enterprise AI priorities. You lead cross-...Full timeLocal area
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...Associate Director, Statistical Programming At Annexon Biosciences, a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing therapies for complement‑mediated neuroinflammatory diseases, we are seeking an experienced Statistical Programming professional to lead and oversee...Remote workFlexible hoursAnnexon Biosciences
San Francisco, CA14 hours ago- ...Our client is seeking an Associate Director, Project Management to join the Project Management team responsible for advancing exciting drug candidates into the clinic to treat diseases with high unmet medical need. Job Responsibilities The successful candidate is expected...3 days per week
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Responsibilities Lead the Cost Management team on specific client commissions, making sure that the team delivers on all accountabilities. Interface with clients, stakeholders, and consultants across all project stages to ensure alignment on scope, budget, and deliverables...Full timeContract workFor contractorsTurner Corporation
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...Milltown Partners Our clients operate at the frontiers of innovation - we advise technology companies driving change, global investors... ...from data at unprecedented scale and speed. The role Our Associate Directors are experienced communications leaders who combine real...Work at officeMilltown Partners LLP
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...manage programs, projects, initiatives, and events that advance AJC’s mission and advocacy efforts. Working with autonomy, an Associate Director is responsible for planning and executing departmental strategies, engaging and communicating with influential stakeholders,...Full timeContract workWork at officeLocal areaWorldwideFlexible hoursWeekend workAfternoon shiftEarly shiftGlobal Jewish Advocacy
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Latigo Biotherapeutics, Inc.
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$190k - $230k
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San Francisco, CA14 hours ago$182.75k - $275k
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