Director - Intellectual Property Consulting

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a leading multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm that provides forensic consulting, engineering design, construction management, claims & dispute resolution, and environmental to insurance carriers, sureties, law firms, real estate owners, property managers, public agencies, and commercial clients.

Our Expert Services group is a highly educated and highly valued team of architecture, environmental, economic, and engineering experts. We work with global insurance firms, and national and regionally based law firms to provide professional services on a large portfolio of complex and challenging environmental projects.

Why join our Expert Services team?

• Singular opportunity to help shape the future of the Intellectual Property practice
• Inclusive work culture that welcomes all and prides itself on its diversity and hears all voices
• Team wide entrepreneurial mindset with support to grow and develop
• Maximize profits through efficient work culture and by leveraging state-of-the-art technology
• Talented team of Intellectual Property professionals and other litigation support experts located throughout the US
• Structured career development programs and career paths supported by our “Lifetime of Learning Program”
• Comprehensive total compensation program and hybrid work environment

In this position you will perform all duties related to client engagements from identifying leads and setting up initial contact with clients and/or attorneys through report submission and any additional follow up or support required by the client or the case.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Meeting with clients and counsel to evaluate existing patents and trademarks that are currently or are expected to be involved in litigation to assess their case specifics and any potential damages
• Maintaining up-to-date understanding of Intellectual Property law and advise clients and team on relevant changes
• Writing reports, creating slides and demonstratives, preparing ad hoc deliverables for clients
• Working with client legal teams to support Intellectual Property licensing efforts and provide technical and strategic assistance during Intellectual Property-related litigation
• Identifying possible opportunities for expansion and practice development
• Leading and coordinating a team of analysts and managers performing multiple types of analyses on multiple projects
• Conducting training sessions and workshops for clients and employees to raise awareness of issues related to Intellectual Property and Economic Damages
• Providing support to Executive Vice Presidents of the Company

• BS/BA in finance, economics or related field with extensive experience in litigation and intellectual property consulting - advanced certification (CPA/CFA) or degree (Masters or Ph. D) a plus
• 5+ years of intellectual property valuation or litigation experience in a law firm or consulting environment
• Willingness to be “hands-on” manager with full responsibility for delivering high quality work product
• Established reputation for high-level of professional expertise; established relationships with clients a plus
• Distinguished academic achievement
• Solid analytical skills, attention to detail and quality control
• Proven ability to work well in a team environment
• High degree of professionalism, integrity and flexibility
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Positive attitude and outstanding client presence

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The base salary hiring range for this position is 160,000 to 180,000 USD with bonus and incentive eligibility.

VERTEX offers a solid total compensation package including a base salary and a competitive bonus plan. We also offer a robust benefits package including, healthcare (with multiple plan options) and dental; Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. We offer a 401k plan with immediate match and vesting, Flex Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and other perks. We provide a generous paid time off plan for eligible employees including 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays (prorated for eligible part-time employees). Our “Lifetime of Learning” program also offers tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education, to help employees grow their skills and careers.