Patent Agent

Marks & Clerk; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Patent Agent to join their Ottawa team. This dynamic role focuses on patent drafting, filing, and prosecution, ensuring that innovative ideas are legally protected. The firm values a collaborative approach, working closely with clients to manage their intellectual property portfolios effectively. With a strong emphasis on technical excellence and client relationship management, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of intellectual property. If you are a motivated professional looking to grow your career in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified Canadian Patent Agent with at least two years’ post qualification experience.
• Demonstrable technical excellence and proactive approach to practice development.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patentable inventions are recognized and protected.
• Advise clients on securing appropriate IP protection and prepare patent applications.
• Conduct IP audits and due diligence for investors.

Skills

Patent Drafting

Patent Filing

Patent Prosecution

Client Relationship Management

Technical Excellence

Time Management

Education

Degree in Science

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Biochemistry

Degree in Biology

Job description

Help shape the future of intellectual property

Marks & Clerk is one of the world’s leading intellectual property firms, with our Canadian office established in 1921. With a qualified team of seasoned patent and trademark associates, we offer a full spectrum of technical expertise on all aspects of intellectual property matters – patents, trademarks, designs and copyright. This includes strategic and commercial advice on portfolio management, licensing, enforcement and litigation, and due diligence and valuation of intellectual property

Through a global network of 15 offices in Canada, the UK (across eight cities), Europe and Asia, Marks & Clerk has long-established relationships with other trusted IP firms worldwide and a unique ability to secure IP protection for clients looking to safeguard their innovations in multiple jurisdictions. Our clients come from a diverse range of industries and include start-ups, small and medium sized businesses and large multi-national corporations who have long-trusted us to deliver high quality, seamless and cost-effective services, both locally and globally.

We are looking to add an experienced Patent Agent to join the Ottawa team with focus in the areas of patent drafting, filing and prosecution.

Marks & Clerk believes in looking at an entire business portfolio from an IP perspective and likes to take a collaborative approach with clients. Specific responsibilities are :

• Ensuring that patentable inventions are recognized and protected.
• Advising clients and securing appropriate IP protection and preparing and filing patent applications.
• Conducting IP audits and due diligence for investors in intellectual property and businesses with IP assets.
• Arranging validity and infringement reviews and patent watch services.
• Prosecuting patent applications through to grant.
• Drafting arguments to advocate clients’ positions, with reference to case law.

Technical knowledge, professional qualifications and experience

• Qualified Canadian Patent Agent with at least two years’ post qualification experience.
• Recognized degree in science, chemistry, biochemistry and / or biology.
• Patent drafting, filing and prosecution.
• Demonstrable technical excellence.
• The ability to assume responsibility for client relationships.
• The ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
• Highly motivated; proactive with a drive to develop the practice.
• Excellent time and portfolio management skills.