Helix Paralegal - USA - IP and Litigation

#LI-LJ1 Hybrid: #LI-Hybrid This Is Helix. Powered by You. At BMC Helix , we don't do ordinary. We're the AI-native engine behind the world's most forward-thinking IT organizations, helping them focus on what matters most. What are we passionate about? We're here to reset the economics of enterprise IT and help others realize the ROI of AI. We are a mix of curious minds, creative thinkers, and courageous builders who believe tech should change the gamenot just play it. We celebrate wins, support each other, and laugh a lot. We are the change makers. With decades of leadership and established trust in IT service and operations management, we're scaling with purposethrough organic innovation, strategic acquisitions, and relentless R D. Our open-first Agentic AI platform empowers autonomous agents to drive real outcomes with speed, accountability, and precision. We are laser-focused on delivering real value to our customers by accelerating innovation and the application of applying agentic AI in digital service and operations management for IT organizations around the world. The BMC Helix Legal team is a strategic, businessdriven partner at the heart of a fastgrowing SaaS organization. We navigate complex federal, public sector, and commercial landscapes with clarity and confidence, enabling the company to move quickly while staying compliant and protected. Joining us means working on highimpact deals, influencing key decisions, and growing your career alongside a collaborative, forwardthinking team that's shaping the future of our business. Position Summary The IP and Litigation Paralegal provides legal and administrative support to the Senior Legal Director of IP, Marketing & Product Innovation and the legal team, ensuring efficient handling of legal matters and administrative tasks across the organization. This role is responsible for managing legal matters, tracking deadlines, coordinating with internal departments and external counsel, managing external counsel accruals and budgets, and various other tasks as required. The ideal candidate is detailoriented, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fastpaced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Work with internal and outside patent counsel and inventors on patent acquisition, providing patentrelated statistics, implementing the company's inventor recognition program, developing patent expiration dates, and reviewing patent annuity payments. Work with internal and outside trademark counsel and marketers on trademark registration, handling renewals, performing initial trademark searches, updating the company's registered trademark list, and gathering financial and other required information for foreign oppositions and trademark litigation. Work with inhouse counsel and information technologists to secure new domain names, renew existing domain names, and determine which domain names should expire or be sold. Track accruals and forecasts for the intellectual property budget by quarter, prereview invoices, and provide Excel updates on budget status. Prereview press releases, approve new product names, and update intellectualpropertyrelated guidance on the internal IP website. Maintain the internal website and file repository with updated IP documents and information. Organize and maintain consistency in digital files and formats, and conduct legal research as requested. Manage discovery, including collection, review, and production of documents, and coordinate with internal and external parties. Prepare internal reports on litigation status, summarizing case developments, upcoming deadlines, and key metrics for review by the Senior Legal Director of IP, Marketing & Product Innovation and other stakeholders. Manage Service of Process deliveries and work with appropriate internal stakeholders to respond accordingly. Oversee the implementation and administration of legal holds, ensuring compliance with preservation requirements and coordination with relevant stakeholders. Review and revise legal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational standards. Manage and track multiple legal matters, projects, and deadlines simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate support to the Senior Legal Director of IP, Marketing & Product Innovation and other stakeholders. Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high level of ethical conduct. Support other legal functions such as employment law. In order to be successful, you will bring the following experience and skills to the role: Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field; paralegal certification preferred. 5+ years of experience working in a mid to largecorporate legal environment; 3+ years of experience in IP law preferred, along with experience in an enterprise software company. Experience with intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience with intellectual property management software is a plus. Familiarity with U.S. Patent & Trademark Office procedures and filings is a plus. Preferred Attributes Experience supporting intellectual property, commercial, or labor/employment litigation. HR support, U.S. labor law, compliance, and contract management experience. Familiarity with ediscovery tools and electronic filing systems. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and crossfunctional teams. #LI-Remote CA-DNP Why Work Here? Because You'll Matter. We're not hiring for roleswe're hiring for impact . At Helix, you'll solve hard problems, build smart solutions, and work with people who challenge and champion you. You'll see your ideas come to lifeand your work make a difference. We believe in trust, transparency, and grit . Our culture is inclusive, flexible, and built for people who want to stretch themselves - and support others doing the same. Whether you're remote or in-office, you'll find space to show up fully and contribute meaningfully. You won't be boxed inyou'll be backed up. Make Your Mark At Helix If Helix excites you but you're unsure if you meet every qualification, apply anyway . We value diverse perspectives and believe the best ideas come from everywhere. EEOC Statement Helix is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status asa protected veteran. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page. BMC Software maintains a strict policy of not requesting any form of payment in exchange for employment opportunities, upholding a fair and ethical hiring process. The annual base salary range represents the low and high end of the BMC salary range for this position. Actual salaries depend on a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training, licensure, and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of BMC's employee compensation package. Other rewards may include a variable plan and country specific benefits. At BMC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at /near the top of the range. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $53,925 - $89,875 Min salary 53,925 Why Work Here? Because You'll Matter. We're not hiring for roleswe're hiring for impact . At Helix, you'll solve hard problems, build smart solutions, and work with people who challenge and champion you. You'll see your ideas come to lifeand your work make a difference. We believe in trust, transparency, and grit . Our culture is inclusive, flexible, and built for people who want to stretch themselves - and support others doing the same. Whether you're remote or in-office, you'll find space to show up fully and contribute meaningfully. You won't be boxed inyou'll be backed up. Make Your Mark At Helix If Helix excites you but you're unsure if you meet every qualification, apply anyway . We value diverse perspectives and believe the best ideas come from everywhere. EEOC Statement Helix is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status asa protected veteran. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page. Mid point salary 71,900 Max salary 89,875 Min Salary - NEW 53,925 Max Salary - NEW 89,875 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job