Job Title: Regulatory Specialist - IP/Tech Info Summary:Position Summary: Japan IPIG paralegal supports Japan IPIG leader and Japan IPIG contract specialist and is responsible for data maintenance of IPfolio, High Q, and Ridoc. Namely, (s)he supports handling data of patents, trademarks, technical contracts, and internal technical reports. To do so, (s)he communicates members of IPIG, inventors of patents, requesters of technical contracts, their managers, and external patent firms. Responsibilities Include: Tasks and responsibilities of the position: + Manage patent procedure – manage and follow up official and agent deadlines such as Office Action, Entering into national phase, Opposition, Official payment. Update IPfolio database. Check formality matters of patent documents such as POA and patent request form prepared by an external. + Manage patent annuity –Manage annuity maintenance of patents. Instruct outside patent firms to pay annuities and update internal database. + Maintain Ridoc, technical report database system in MPMJ and manage its data. Issue report numbers and register them to the Ridoc. + Calculate patent royalty fees to licensors and prepare reports. + Handle invoice on IP. + Correspondence support with external IP agents. + Manage paper documents stored in Ohta IPIG team, such as original signed technical contracts, invention filing or non-filing documents, etc. + Support IP related jobs for Japan IPIG leader and Japan technical contract specialist. + Attend local monthly EHS meetings. Qualifications: The following are required for the role Minimum Qualifications: + Basic patent law and IP knowledge + Excellent communication capability with fluent Japanese and enjoy English communication + Proficient skills of MS office + Batcher of Science or law Preferred Qualifications: + 3+ years of IP management experience in IP department in industry or at law firm + Experience inf patent search such as J-platpat, Espasnet, Patentscope + Experience in patent management system such as Anaqua, IPfolio, PALNET, ATMS, DBBOY + TOEIC, 700+ + Certified specialist of Intellectual property management, Grade 2 or 3 What We Offer: At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future. #BePartoftheSolution About Us: Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more. Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer . Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law. To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law . An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations . Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.