Senior Associate-Patent Prosecution (US)

Unitedlex; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedLex is seeking a Patent Agent/Attorney to handle expanding responsibilities for prosecuting patent applications and reviewing work products within a global in-house patent function. The role emphasizes teamwork, quality control, and problem-solving across internal and external stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of experience in patent prosecution, strong knowledge of US, EP, and India patent laws, and the ability to work independently with minimal guidance while

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience prosecuting patent applications at a top tier law firm/IP service provider or as an in-house patent agent/attorney.

Responsibilities

• Working for a global in-house patent function.
• Responsible for patent prosecution activities in major jurisdictions, including (but not limited to) US, India, EP and PCT.
• Understanding objections/rejections from PTOs and preparing appropriate responses.
• Reviewing work products of junior team members.
• Co-ordinating with partner law firms for patent prosecution activities.
• Supporting the senior members of the team in their day-to-day activities.
• Performing other related activities as required.

Skills

Patent prosecution

US/EP/India patent laws

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech. in CS/ECE/EEE

LL.B. (Hons.)

Registered patent agent (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Patent Agent/Attorney to join our dynamic team to handle expansive responsibilities related to our clients patent portfolio. The primary day to day focus will be on prosecuting patent applications and acting as a reviewer.

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.

REQUIREMENTS:

• B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, or Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Registered patent agent is a plus.
• LL.B. (Hons.) from a reputable law school, is a plus.
• 3 – 5 years’ experience prosecuting patent applications at a top tier law firm/IP service provider or as an in-house patent agent/attorney.
• At least 3 years of experience in patent prosecution activities, including (but not limited to) responding to office actions, FERs, examination reports, and opposition proceedings.
• Excellent understanding of US, EP, and India patent laws.
• 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:

• Working for a global in-house patent function.
• Responsible for patent prosecution activities in major jurisdictions, including (but not limited to) US, India, EP and PCT.
• Understanding objections/rejections from PTOs and preparing appropriate responses.
• Reviewing work products of junior team members.
• Co-ordinating with partner law firms for patent prosecution activities.
• Supporting the senior members of the team in their day-to-day activities.
• Performing other related activities as required.

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