Intellectual Property Paralegal

Arochi & Lindner; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A prestigious law firm in Madrid is seeking a committed Patent Paralegal. Responsibilities include managing patent prosecution procedures and client invoicing. The ideal candidate has a law degree and postgraduate studies in Intellectual Property, along with up to 3 years of experience. The firm offers a competitive salary and a professional growth-oriented environment, with one day of remote work available.

Servicios

Competitive salary

Opportunity to work from home one day a week

Collaborative environment

Formación

• Up to 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in web-based platforms.
• General knowledge of procedures before OEPM, EPO, PCT, and WIPO.

Responsabilidades

• General follow‑up of patent prosecution procedures.
• Filing documentation related to patent applications.
• Sending reports on filing, publication, substantive examination, and grant.
• Managing payments and monitoring annuities.

Conocimientos

Client service

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of patent procedures

Advanced English

Educación

Professional degree in Law

Postgraduate studies in Intellectual Property

Herramientas

Microsoft applications

Management systems (CRM, CPI, APIGES)

Descripción del empleo

Arochi & Lindner is a prestigious law firm with over 30 years of experience, headquartered in Mexico and Madrid, specializing in Intellectual Property, Life Sciences, Advertising and Marketing, Civil and Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Regulatory Affairs, and Data Protection.

We are seeking committed professionals to join our team as a Patent Paralegal in our Madrid office.

Key Responsibilities

• General follow‑up of patent prosecution procedures before the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office (OEPM) and the European Patent Office (EPO).
• Filing documentation related to patent applications.
• Sending reports on filing, publication, substantive examination, and grant.
• Managing payments and monitoring annuities with OEPM and EPO.
• Handling patent management systems such as CRM, CPI, APIGES, and similar tools.
• Managing transfers, assignments, and changes of ownership before OEPM and EPO.
• Handling patent files across various technological sectors.
• Managing client invoicing and processing invoices from foreign associates.
• Using platforms such as EPO‑EOLF, OEPMSEI, and MyEPO Services for national, European, and PCT patent procedures.
• Preparing budgets and reports on international patent prosecution processes and coordinating with foreign associates.

Requirements

• Professional degree in Law or similar.
• Postgraduate studies in Intellectual Property (Master’s or specialized patent management courses).
• Up to 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Advanced level of English (written and business conversation); knowledge of another language is a plus.
• Excellent client service and business etiquette.
• Strong organizational skills, service‑oriented attitude, and effective communication.
• General knowledge of procedures before OEPM, EPO, PCT, and WIPO.
• Availability to work on‑site in the Madrid office 4 days per week.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications and web‑based platforms.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to be part of a growing firm in the industrial property sector.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• One day of work from home.
• Professional, collaborative, and growth‑oriented environment.

If you’re passionate about patent law and want to be part of a leading Intellectual Property team, this is your chance. Apply now!