Trademark Paralegal

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities. For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com. The Trademark Paralegal will support the global intellectual property function and marketing teams, with responsibility for assisting with the management of a global trademark portfolio and the associated administrative processes. This role will be responsible for global TM clearance searches, supporting enforcement activities, and partnering with business stakeholders to ensure proper brand and TM usage. This role will also assist with reviewing marketing, advertising, and promotional materials from all regions to ensure compliance with trademark, IP, and consumer protection requirements. The position requires strong collaboration with legal counsel, marketing, R&D, and external counsel across multiple jurisdictions. The role reports directly to VP Global Intellectual Property. The role involves championing and supporting teams across the US, EU and APAC regions, so time flexibility is required, and the ability to travel. Diligence and a keen eye for detail are essential. The role is full-time as based at our corporate offices in Chicago, USA

Assist in the preparation, filing, and prosecution of global trademark applications, renewals, and maintenance activities Conduct trademark clearance searches and compile summaries for attorney review Maintain accurate trademark records and documentation across internal systems Support global trademark portfolio management, including coordination with outside counsel Marketing & Advertising Review (Global Focus) Review marketing, advertising, and promotional materials for use in US, Australia and broader ANZ region to ensure: Proper trademark usage and brand consistency Compliance with TM rights, licensing terms, and legal guidelines Alignment with regional regulatory requirements and consumer protection standards Partner with marketing and communications teams to provide practical, business-aligned guidance on TM and brand usage Support development and maintenance of trademark usage guidelines and training materials IP Operations & Portfolio Management Assist Senior IP Paralegal with maintaining and updating the global TM docketing systems to track filings, deadlines, and renewals Coordinate with internal legal teams and external counsel to ensure timely execution of TM actions Support TM renewals, filings, and documentation processes across multiple jurisdictions Assist with vendor management and coordination of TM service providers Brand Protection & Enforcement Monitor potential trademark infringements and coordinate initial response actions Support takedown requests and enforcement initiatives in collaboration with legal counsel Assist in gathering evidence and documentation for disputes, oppositions, or enforcement matters Cross-Functional & Global Collaboration Partner with: Marketing and Communications (brand usage, campaign reviews) Regional legal teams (ANZ, EU, NA) Provide administrative and project support for global TM initiatives and process improvements Participate in cross-regional TM/IP meetings and coordination efforts