IP Paralegal - Flexible Remote Role, Brussels

Axis Group; Diegem; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Office in Brussels area

Job summary

Axis Group is seeking a Paralegal Intellectual Property to ensure smooth administrative and procedural management of IP files. You will support attorneys by handling docketing, document management, and communications with IP offices and clients.

The role requires a strong IP procedures understanding, fluency in English plus Dutch or French, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with autonomy in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in IP or related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience as IP Paralegal or similar role.
• Experience in an IP firm or in-house IP department.
• Fluent Dutch or French; strong English proficiency.
• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file applications for IP rights with IP offices and foreign associates.
• Monitor procedures from filing through registration or grant, including renewals and maintenance.
• Accurately manage deadlines in the docketing system.
• Maintain complete and up-to-date case files in the document management system.
• Communicate with IP offices, foreign associates, and clients regarding procedural and administrative matters.
• Coordinate searches, monitoring services, and reporting activities.
• Support the formal aspects of opposition and litigation procedures.
• Handle recordals, including assignments, transfers, changes of name, and address updates.
• Assist with portfolio transfers from other firms.
• Prepare quotations, cost estimates, and invoices in collaboration with attorneys.
• Contribute to internal projects and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Docketing

Deadline management

Communication skills

Team player

Autonomous

Client focus

Digital tools

Attention to detail

IP procedures

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Docketing software

Case management systems

Job description

Axis Group is seeking a Paralegal Intellectual Property to ensure smooth administrative and procedural management of IP files. You will support attorneys by handling docketing, document management, and communications with IP offices and clients.

The role requires a strong IP procedures understanding, fluency in English plus Dutch or French, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with autonomy in a collaborative environment.