Associate Director – Intellectual Property

Responsibilities

• Provide effective, concise, and timely legal advice to business, technical, and legal colleagues on IP matters
• Collaborate with internal clients to develop and execute IP strategies for key technologies and programs
• Negotiate and advise on a variety of transactions with customers, suppliers, partners, and licensees
• Oversee and manage the preparation and prosecution of patents
• Monitor, assess, and mitigate third-party patent risks
• Support sourcing initiatives, mergers, divestitures, acquisitions, and other special projects
• Counsel the company regarding intellectual property disputes
• Drive IP engagement and awareness throughout the organization

Requirements

• JD or LLB and admission in good standing to a state bar or Canadian bar
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in engineering or a technical field (e.g., aerospace, electro-mechanical, materials, or controls)
• 5+ years of experience as a practicing attorney
• Significant experience in patent preparation and prosecution, patent opinion work, or patent litigation
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, complex environment
• Proficiency in English for technical documentation and international communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office or as a Canadian patent agent
• Previous experience in an in-house legal role
• Experience with complex commercial IP transactions, mergers, or acquisitions
• Strong litigation experience resolving commercial IP disputes

Benefits

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for career advancement and progression
• Merit and recognition programs
• Health and wellness programs, including virtual healthcare
• Recreational and sports club access
• Nearby daycare facilities and transportation accessibility

About the Company

Pratt & Whitney Canada is a global leader in aerospace innovation, designing and manufacturing next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft. Headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, the company has been at the forefront of propulsion technology for nearly 100 years.