IP Paralegal (Trade Marks) - Scotland

Dawn Ellmore Employment Agency; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Scotland is seeking an IP Paralegal to join their thriving team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role and a strong knowledge of the trade mark process. Responsibilities include preparing and filing trade mark applications, managing deadlines, and updating case records. A CITMA qualification is an advantage. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits. Apply now!

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with the trade mark process from start to finish.
• Quick adaptability to new systems.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and filing trade mark applications.
• Collating necessary documents for applications and oppositions.
• Producing responses to clients/Intellectual Property Offices.
• Handling formalities work.
• Updating case records in the IP management system.
• Managing deadlines.
• In-box management.

Skills

Experience as a paralegal or administrator

Strong knowledge of the trade mark process

Quick at learning new systems

Ability to work on own initiative

Education

CITMA qualification

Job description

Are you seeking a new role within IP? We are working with a reputable law firm who are seeking an IP Paralegal to join their team. What experience do you need? You will need at least 2 years’ experience working within a similar role as a paralegal or administrator. Strong knowledge of the trade mark process from start to finish is essential. A CITMA qualification could be advantageous, but this is not a deal breaker. Additionally, you will need to be quick at learning new systems and have the ability to work on your own initiative.

Duties:

• Preparing and filing trade mark applications.
• Collating the relevant documents to prepare and file UK, EU, overseas applications, oppositions etc.
• Producing appropriate responses to clients/IPOs.
• Attending to formalities work.
• Updating case records within the firm’s IP management system.
• Managing deadlines.
• Inbox management.

This is a fantastic role for an IP Paralegal experience to join a thriving team. On offer is a great salary and benefits package … Apply now!