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Nexus Circular accelerates circularity so people and the environment thrive by leveraging technology that outperforms, operations that scale and people that deliver.
We have a viable solution today at full commercial scale. And we are on a trajectory to convert 20 billion pounds annually of hard-to-recycle plastics into circular materials by 2030 to support our global partners’ sustainability commitments.
Advanced recycling. Accelerated. Learn more at www.nexuscircular.com
IP Legal Assistant
- Job Title
- IP Legal Assistant
- Job ID
- 27729979
- Work Hybrid
- Yes
- Location
- Atlanta, GA 30336 Hybrid
- Other Location
- Description
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Nexus Circular is the commercial leader in advanced recycling technology that converts landfill-bound plastics into circular feedstocks for the production of sustainable virgin plastics for packaging and other applications. Nexus Circular’s end-to-end solution is economically validated as demonstrated by consistent bulk sales of high quality, ISCC Plus circular feedstocks for virgin plastic production. Aligned with global partners who seek proven scalable solutions to meet ambitious plastic circularity goals, Nexus Circular is rapidly expanding its innovation footprint worldwide, moving decisively to address the complex challenges of plastics accumulation in the environment.
Nexus has built an outstanding culture. We are looking for people to contribute to a fast-paced, environmentally committed business that is focused on growth and sustainability. We are very collaborative, transparent, data driven, value diverse perspectives and are looking for constructive initiatives and new ideas. We are looking for self-starters and independent thinkers who work collaboratively in teams. Given the growth stage of Nexus, we are also looking for people who are comfortable moving between strategic thinking and executing those ideas to take Nexus to the next level.
Role Overview
The Intellectual Property Legal Assistant will provide proactive coordination and administrative support across internal and external stakeholders for the timely development of the Intellectual Property Portfolio.
This role reports to Nexus Circular’s SVP, Business Development
Key Responsibilities:- Maintain timelines and summary list of action items and office actions to be addressed
- Review for critical dates, ensuring timely response for correspondence to external legal counsel
- Coordinate responses to office actions, scheduling meetings and corresponding with internal Nexus SMEs and outside legal counsel as needed
- Perform basic due diligence, search databases for patent literature as appropriate, researching prior art assessments as needed and other support documents
- Identify and respond to internal and external inquiries in a timely manner and seek feedback and follow-up as appropriate
- Associate degree required, Bachelor degree preferred
- 5+ years’ experience in the Intellectual Property field
- Experience in a law firm or similar professional services environment
- Working knowledge of USPTO, EP and PCT patent procedures
Working knowledge of intellectual property, patents and trade secrets concepts and principles
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
- Oil and gas and/or chemical background is helpful
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to work effectively with people at all levels internally and externally
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong problem solving capabilities, as well as organizational, multi-tasking and prioritization skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) certification beneficial, but not required
- Eligible to contribute to Company’s Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) upon hire with Company Contribution
- Medical, Dental and Vision coverage at 100% for employee only levels.
- Multiple comprehensive coverage levels for Medical, Dental, & Vision
- Group Health & Wellness Program, plus special savings on retail items, travel, entertainment, and more through Insperity Works
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
- Basic and AD&D Life Insurance
- Voluntary benefits, including short-term and long-term disability insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital confinement insurance.
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position.
Nexus Circular Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Nexus Circular recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions. Please contact recruiting@nexuscircular.com to request accommodation.
Statement to Third-Party Agencies: Nexus Circular only accepts resumes from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward any resumes, as Nexus Circular is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.
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Jodie Morgan
CEO
Jodie brings over 30 years of manufacturing leadership experience, having built and led 5 companies as CEO/President and 3 of those companies with an ESG focus.
Most recently, Jodie served as the CEO of GreenMantra Technologies, a privately-held early- stage advanced recycler of waste plastics to specialty waxes. Previously, she was President of Pinova, a PE-backed manufacturer of specialty chemicals from renewable resources.
Currently, she serves on the boards of NanoXplore (TSX) and Bartek Ingredients (PE backed) and is active with The National Association of Corporate Directors and The Women Corporate Directors.
Jodie earned degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Delaware and holds an MBA in Finance from West Chester University of Pennsylvania.
