Associate-Preparation (Patent Drafting)

Unitedlex; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedLex India Private Limited seeks an Associate Patent Preparation to draft US patent applications and support a global team. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, rigorous quality control, and timely delivery of patent documents.

Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background, 3+ years of patent drafting experience, and familiarity with US patent law. The position involves autonomous work with periodic guidance from seniors and remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher in relevant engineering fields with patent domain exposure.
• Strong command of US patent laws; knowledge of EP/India is a plus.
• Experience drafting patent applications and working with legal teams.

Responsibilities

• Draft US provisional and non-provisional patent applications.
• Prepare claims, figures, and detailed descriptions from disclosures.
• Coordinate with partner law firms for drafting and filing.
• Review work products of junior team members.
• Support senior team members and handle related activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Quality control

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Autonomous work

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Judgment

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech. Computer Science / ECE / EEE

LL.B. (Hons.) from reputed law school

Registered patent agent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

UnitedLex India Private Limited is a data and professional services company delivering outcomes that create value for high-performing law firms and corporate legal departments in the areas of litigation and investigations, intellectual property, contracts, compliance, and legal operations.

Job Title

Associate Patent Preparation

Location

Gurgaon/Bengaluru

Overall Purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Patent Drafting specialist to join our dynamic team to handle expansive responsibilities related to our clients patent portfolio. The primary day to day focus will be on drafting patent applications. Candidates should have strengths in teamwork (internal and external stakeholders), quality control, and problem-solving. They must also have strong interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Candidates should be experienced in working autonomously/remotely from the team/stakeholders but open to seeking advice from senior team members when needed.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech. Computer Science Engineering or Electronics & Communication Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Registered patent agent is a plus
• LL.B. (Hons.) from a reputable law school, is a plus
• At least 3 years of experience in preparing patent applications
• Excellent understanding of US patent laws
• Knowledge of EP and India laws is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with other professionals in the legal department and business teams
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and effectively manage competing priorities
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and direction
• Ability to resolve ambiguities and provide legal guidance in uncertain situations
• Strategic thinking to drive efficiencies and provide business advice and solutions
• Detail-oriented with excellent judgment and analytical skills
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks - dynamic, and action-orientated, which meets deadlines and makes it happen
• Ability to work collaboratively with onsite and/or virtual global teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and related software programs

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting US provisional/non-provisional patent applications for filing
• Understanding invention disclosures and preparing claims, figures, and detailed description
• Co-ordinating with partner law firms for patent drafting and filing activities
• Reviewing work products of junior team members
• Supporting senior members of the team in their day-to-day activities
• Performing other related activities as required