Manager, Trademarks

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.

As a Manager, Trademarks you will be trusted to act as a strategic partner to the business to maximize leverage of business value through TM rights and build and sustain value-adding partnership with all relevant departments within the Company, e.g. Legal, Marketing, Finance, BD&L, and Regulatory. You will be responsible for managing trademark assets and supporting trademark strategies at Fort Worth, TX. In this role, a typical day will include:

• Advises and acts as a strategic partner with business leaders and colleagues on issues arising within TMs and drives business solutions linked to expertise.

• Educates clients on the value of IP to their business, and the best ways to build, maintain and protect that equity.

• Drives mid-term and long-term strategic and operational goals within the department.

• Leads the development and implementation of world class TM policies and procedures.

• Drives the development, optimization and implementation of strategies, policies, guidelines, etc. relating to the Trademark portfolios, in cooperation with relevant interfaces.

• Leads larger TM-related projects.

• Acts as a resource, coach and coordinator to other department members.

• Continuously progresses personal and professional skills, strives for excellence beyond the routine.

• Role-models business partnership and co-operation with all functions within the global Intellectual Property (IP) function.

• Manage outside counsel, including budgeting and resource optimization

• Works to foster a diverse and inclusive environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven success operating within matrix-driven organization, collaborating effectively across cross-functional and global teams.

•  Experience in brand protection, domain name management, and copyright-related matters.

• Strong project management skills, with a track record of driving initiatives from planning through execution.

• Skilled in developing training, educational content, and impactful presentation materials.

• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior leadership and executive stakeholders.

• Experience collaborating with law firms, patent offices, government bodies, or health agencies (directly or indirectly).

• Background in the healthcare, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry.

• Exposure to business development and licensing (BD&L) strategies and execution.

• Familiarity with commercial operations, including marketing, sales, and market access.

• Ability to navigate and contribute across multiple geographies and cultural contexts.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)

• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English

• 5 Years of Relevant Experience

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Join Alcon’s mission to provide top-tier, innovative products, and solutions to enhance sight & enhance lives.

• Grow your career and see your impact in a highly collaborative and diverse environment.

• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!

• Relocation assistance: No

• Sponsorship available: No

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