Senior Associate – Paralegal, Patent Operations at Amgen

Lawlit; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen in Hyderabad, India, seeks a Senior Associate – Paralegal, Patent Operations to manage global patent prosecution dockets and support strategic legal operations in biotechnology. You will coordinate with international teams, ensuring timely filings and accurate records in Anaqua, while upholding compliance across jurisdictions.

Ideal candidates have 5–9 years of IP docketing experience, a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, and hands-on use of Anaqua and Kluwer IP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree required.
• 5–9 years of IP docketing experience.
• 4+ years IP experience in biotech/pharma preferred.
• Proficiency with Anaqua docketing system and Kluwer IP.

Responsibilities

• Docket management: review, docket, and manage dates for US/foreign patent prosecution.
• Coordinate international filings via PCT, national phase, Paris/EP filings.
• Review formality docs (Assignments, Declarations, PoAs, Statements of Use).
• Manage annuities payments and maintain Anaqua records.
• Conduct country-specific IP research and prepare management reports.
• Support cross-functional teams and present at staff meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree

ABA-approved paralegal program (preferred)

Tools

Anaqua

Kluwer IP

Job description

Are you an experienced Intellectual Property professional looking to advance your career with a global biotechnology leader? Amgen is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Associate – Paralegal, Patent Operations to join its dynamic Patent Law group in Hyderabad, India. This is an exceptional opportunity to manage high-impact global patent prosecution dockets and play a crucial role in supporting breakthrough legal operations in the healthcare sector.

About Amgen

Since 1980, Amgen has been at the forefront of biotechnology, dedicated to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses. Operating across four core therapeutic areas—Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease—Amgen combines science and innovation to produce life‑saving medicines globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Docket Management: Review, docket, and manage critical dates for U.S. and foreign patent prosecution correspondence using the Anaqua IP Management system.
• Global Prosecution & Operations: Coordinate international filings through PCT, national phase entry, direct Paris Convention filings, and EP validations. Maintain follow‑ups and send precise filing instructions to outside associates.
• Compliance & Formality Review: Review key formality documentation including Assignments, Declarations, Powers of Attorney, and Statements of Use prior to filing with international patent offices.
• Annuity & Database Administration: Manage payment of annuities, and audit, create, and maintain accurate database records within Anaqua.
• Legal Research & Strategy: Research country‑specific patent requirements using tools like Kluwer IP, ensure adherence to country formalities, and prepare complex IP management reports.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Support Patent Department staff regarding legal rules and regulations, coordinate invention disclosure processing, and deliver presentations during patent staff meetings.

Eligibility & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. An Associate/Baccalaureate degree or completion of an ABA‑approved legal assistant/paralegal program is preferred.
• Experience: 5–9 years of dedicated IP docketing experience.
• Domain Expertise: 4+ years of intellectual property experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical sector is strongly preferred, alongside proven experience in U.S. and foreign patent prosecution.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with the Anaqua docketing system and research databases like Kluwer IP.
• Core Competencies: Superior oral and written communication skills, exceptional organizational capabilities, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work independently within cross‑functional global teams.