Trademark Specialist, Intellectual Property

Role Purpose:

NBCUniversal is seeking a Trademark Specialist to support the Intellectual Property team, working closely with attorneys and paralegals managing NBCUniversal’s extensive worldwide trademark portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate effectively to identify, present, and discuss challenges early. They will also be detail-oriented and attentive, with excellent organizational and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities:

• Provide end-to-end support across all aspects of the trademark lifecycle, from prosecution and maintenance to renewals and enforcement 
• Research, document, and prepare trademark specimens for use-based filings, renewals, and office action responses
• Assist with evidence gathering for trademark enforcement matters
• Review and draft key trademark documents, including affidavits, declarations, and powers of attorney
• Manage document execution workflows, including routing, signature tracking, and coordinating notarization and legalization
• Prepare docket reports, review data, and monitor deadlines
• Track matter status, monitor outstanding responses, and coordinate follow-up communications
• Maintain internal trademark reference materials, including process updates, ownership/chain‑of‑title history, and use information
• Use internal and external databases to generate reports and support trademark portfolio tracking
• Contribute to special projects and other team priorities as assigned 

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of relevant legal experience in a professional role requiring organizational skills, careful attention to detail, and trademark expertise
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Excel, and Word)
• Adept and comfortable working with a variety of online tools and databases, preferably with trademark docketing systems (e.g., Anaqua) and trademark platforms (e.g., SAEGIS)

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive material
• Strong follow-up and follow-through skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team player
• Proven ability to foster and maintain working relationships, internally and externally
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize high-volume workload
• Takes initiative to achieve results and measure performance
• Willingness to learn and develop skills to enhance practice

Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the Universal City, CA office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $65,000 - $85,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.