Trade Mark Examiner: Shape IP Rights & Registrability

IP Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15.4% superannuation contributions

Salary packaging options

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

IP Australia is seeking Trade Mark Examiners to assess applications under the Trade Marks Act 1995, conduct research and apply legal tests, liaising with customers, IP professionals and the public to ensure robust IP rights.

Examiners start at TM1 (APS Level 4.2) and progress through a training program to TM4 (APS Level 5.1) with emphasis on time management and clear communication; hybrid work arrangements are available nationwide.

Qualifications

• Exceptional time management skills.
• High level of digital literacy.
• Clear, concise written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with customers, IP professionals and the public to ensure robust IP rights.
• Assess trade mark applications under the Trade Marks Act 1995.
• Conduct research using online resources and databases; apply legal tests and principles.
• Progress through the TM training program from TM1 to TM4.
• Analyse information and make informed decisions using data and technology.

Skills

Decision making

Clear communication

Time management

Digital literacy

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Data and tech usage

Listening

Education

Any degree acceptable

Job description

IP Australia is seeking Trade Mark Examiners to assess applications under the Trade Marks Act 1995, conduct research and apply legal tests, liaising with customers, IP professionals and the public to ensure robust IP rights.

Examiners start at TM1 (APS Level 4.2) and progress through a training program to TM4 (APS Level 5.1) with emphasis on time management and clear communication; hybrid work arrangements are available nationwide.