Trade Mark Paralegal | London

Novagraaf; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious European law firm is seeking a Trade Mark Paralegal to provide comprehensive support to attorneys. This role includes managing case entries, assisting with trademark filings, and drafting legal documents. Candidates should have 1-2 years of IP experience, preferably with trademarks. The firm offers a full-time permanent contract with a hybrid working model and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Inclusive culture

Hybrid working model

Continuous learning environment

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in IP, ideally in trademarks.
• Familiarity with UKIPO, EUIPO, and WIPO procedures.
• Expectation to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage new case entry and maintain records.
• Assist with trademark filings and basic clearance searches.
• Draft correspondence and legal documents under supervision.

Skills

Proficient in IP management systems

Strong organizational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication

Good commercial awareness

Ability to work independently

Tools

MS Office

Inprotech

Job description

AsTrade Mark Paralegal, the candidate will work closely with the existing team to provide a wide range of support to the attorneys.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate prior experience working in an intellectual property (IP) team, ideally with trademarks. CITMA qualification (or progress towards it) is an advantage.

Role and responsibilities

Administrative responsibilities include :

• New case entry and management of records
• Processing correspondence, emailsand calls
• Monitoring deadlines and maintaining case files
• Preparing and submitting standard forms
• Assisting with invoicing, reportingand document archiving

Paralegal responsibilities include :

• Drafting and reviewing correspondence and simple legal documents under supervision
• Assisting with trademark filings, searches, recordalsand renewals
• Conducting basic clearance searches and preparing initial advice
• Supporting attorneys with opposition, cancellationand enforcement matters
• Managing client onboarding and coordinating with international associates

Requirements

This position is particularly well suited to candidates with one to two years’ experience in IP, ideally in trademarks. We will provide full on-the-job training and support you to build your expertise.

You will be familiar with the UKIPO, EUIPOand WIPO procedures, we well as IP management systems (e.g. Inprotech) and MS Office.

You will be expected to work predominantly on your own initiative and be :

• Highly proficient
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines and a varying workload
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good commercial awareness and an interest in brand protection
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Proactive approach to your work
• Ambitious for increased responsibility and progression
• Flexible attitude to work
In addition, it is expected that the candidate will meet the foundational proficiency level of Novagraaf’s Core Competency requirements : customer connectedness, results-oriented, business / commercial awareness, flexibility and resilience.

What we offer :

• Full-time permanent contract
• A role at the heart of a prestigious European law firm
• An inclusive culture and continuous learning environment with career advancement opportunities
• Hybrid working between our office in London (Gracechurch Street) or the opportunity to work fully remotely within the UK
• International team : Offices in the EMEA, USA and APAC
• A wide range of tasks that will allow you to learn and develop your career!