Paralegal Executive

elevate; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

elevate is seeking a Paralegal Executive to support attorneys and IP professionals in managing Indian and international IP filings from our Gurgaon office. The role focuses on preparing and filing patent, PCT, design applications, and related responses with strict attention to deadlines and docketing.

The candidate should have excellent English written and verbal communication, strong organizational skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset to handle diverse patent-related tasks.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication (in English) with ability in creative and persuasive writing.
• Well-developed interpersonal and active listening skills.
• Self-Motivated, Positive Attitude and Innovative mindset.
• Strong scientific aptitude and technical knowledge.
• Willingness and openness to learn about new technologies / processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file patent applications through the Indian Patent Office portal.
• Prepare and file responses to Office Actions and examination reports.
• Prepare and file Foreign Filing License (FFL) requests.
• Prepare and file PCT applications through the WIPO ePCT portal.
• Handle post-filing formalities for patent applications.
• Monitor and file renewal fees for granted patents.
• Prepare and file statements regarding the working of patented inventions.
• Prepare and file design applications with the Indian Patent Office.
• Maintain and organize electronic case files and filing records.
• Track filing deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Maintain accurate patent portfolio records and update docketing systems.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Self-motivation

Innovative mindset

Scientific aptitude

Technical knowledge

Learning mindset

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal Executive to support attorneys and IP professionals in managing Indian and international IP filings for our Gurgaon office.

Specifically, the Paralegal Executive Global IP Prosecution will

• Preparing and filing patent applications through the Indian Patent Office portal.
• Preparing and filing responses to Office Actions and examination reports.
• Preparing and filing Foreign Filing License (FFL) requests.
• Preparing and filing PCT applications through the WIPO ePCT portal.
• Handling post-filing formalities for patent applications.
• Monitoring and filing renewal fees for granted patents.
• Preparing and filing statements regarding the working of patented inventions.
• Preparing and filing design applications with the Indian Patent Office.
• Maintaining and organizing electronic case files and filing records.
• Tracking filing deadlines and ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Maintaining accurate patent portfolio records and updating docketing systems.
• Ensuring accuracy and attention to detail in all filings and documents.

Skills for Success

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication (in English) with ability in creative and persuasive writing.
• Well-developed interpersonal and active listening skills.
• Self-Motivated, Positive Attitude and Innovative mindset.
• Strong scientific aptitude and technical knowledge.
• Willingness and openness to learn about new technologies / processes.

Technical Skills

• Excellent email writing skills with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and professional manner.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in legal and technical documentation.
• Prior experience in handling patent related communications is preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.