Sr Associate - Managed Services Prep & Pros - IN

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

Job summary

A leading intellectual property law firm is seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate – Patent Prosecution to handle responsibilities related to patent portfolios. The ideal candidate has a B.E. or M.Tech. degree, with a strong understanding of patent laws and experience in responding to office actions. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks. This role is based in Gurgaon/Bengaluru and offers dynamic work with international teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in responding to office actions.
• Knowledge of US patent laws and familiarity with EP and Indian laws.
• Experience as a registered patent agent is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing responses to US office actions.
• Coordinating with partner law firms for patent prosecution activities.
• Reviewing work products of junior team members.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Ability to manage competing priorities

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel

Education

B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech. – Computer Science Engineering or Electronics & Communication Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering

LL.B. (Hons.) from a reputable law school

Job description

Business Unit/Deal Intellectual Property – Managed Services

Job Description

Senior Associate – Patent Prosecution

Location Gurgaon/Bengaluru

Reporting Structure Sr. Consultant – Prep & Pros

Overall Purpose Of Job We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Patent Prosecution specialist to join our dynamic team to handle expansive responsibilities related to our client’s patent portfolio. The primary day to day focus will be on responding to office actions. 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 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 responding to office actions.
• 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

• Preparing responses to the US office actions.
• Co-ordinating with partner law firms for patent prosecution 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.〉