Senior Manager Intellectual Property Development

to assess IP landscapes, opportunity areas, and build IP protection around product/technology inventions. The ideal candidate will use a combination of technologies and product features to protect the innovation pipeline and enable our vision to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a smoke-free future for the future of Altria. Preference is for the position to be based in Richmond, VA. We are open to a remote work arrangement but about 25% travel would be required.

What you will be doing:

• Conducting IP audits to systematically evaluating the company's innovations (new technologies, products, and services) to identify valuable IP assets that can be patented or otherwise protected to maintain a competitive edge.

• Establishing processes and procedures for capturing, documenting, and protecting new IP assets as they are developed.

• Working with inventors (employees and external partners) and other business partners (IP Law and IP Legal Counsel) to properly disclose new IP assets in the form of invention disclosure and proactively work with IP legal team to meet relevant development timelines

• Defining and implementing a product and technology protection strategy, including assessing and valuing potential inventions.

• Driving the timely preparation and filing of invention disclosures with IP Law, and provide technical directions for drafting and prosecuting patent applications. Seeking opportunities for identifying and collecting new inventions to broaden the protection scope

• Working with IP Law team to develop design guidance for development team to address 3rd party IP risk

• Working with external partners to conduct IP landscape studies and share regularly report monthly highlights and quarterly updates on the Competitors IP activities. Updating internal partners on emerging technology trends and insights that are relevant for the company's products or technologies.

• Staying informed about developments in IP law and new technologies relevant to Altria's Reduced Harm Innovative Product Categories.

We want you to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Applied Physics, or Engineering

• 10+ years of work experience in product development and technology evaluation.

• An advanced technical degree such as MS, PhD. or Patent Agent is preferred

• Prior experience in IP Management of CPG or relevant industry experience is highly desirable

• Prior experience in providing guidance and training to employees on the importance of accurately disclosing and protecting new IP assets.

• The incumbent must have strong written and verbal communication skills, be a successful time manager with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities along with an ability to collaborate with others. - Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with an ability to quickly assimilate complex information.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $124,900.00 - $190,450.00.

We deliver a market-competitive, equitable pay with a Total Reward program that includes:

• Annual performance incentive based on individual and company performance

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to support you and your loved ones

• Flexible Work Environment to include vacation and generous holidays

• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (401K) with matching contributions on day 1, including a yearly company contribution

• Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave

• Employee Recognition Awards

• Student Loan Assistance

• To learn more about How to Support you and your Loved Ones, Work-Life Balance, and Invest into your Future, visit our additional benefits at Benefits (altria.com)

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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Altria is a Fortune 200 company that has a leading portfolio of tobacco products for U.S. tobacco consumers 21+. Our Vision is to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a smoke-free future. We are Moving Beyond Smoking™, leading the way in moving adult smokers away from cigarettes by taking action to transition millions to potentially less harmful choices.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

Learn more about Altria at https://www.altria.com and follow us on LinkedIn .