Sr Consultant

UnitedLex Corporation; Gurgaon; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal services firm is seeking a Consultant – Patent Managed Services to draft high-quality patent applications and support patent prosecution activities. This role requires 7+ years of experience in IP services, with strong knowledge of US patent laws. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with inventors and clients. The position is hybrid with opportunities in Gurgaon or Bangalore.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in IP services, specifically related to drafting US patent applications.
• Excellent understanding of US, EP & India patent laws.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end to end patent application drafting and review.
• Maintain communication with clients and partner law firms.
• Ensure adherence to deadlines, SLAs, and quality metrics.
• Generate high quality drafting and training materials.

Skills

Strong technical acumen

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Sound problem solving ability

Strong attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech. in relevant engineering fields

Registered patent agent

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

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Visio

Job description

Job Title

Consultant – Patent Managed Services

Location

Gurgaon/Bangalore/Remote

Overall Purpose of Job

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Patent Services Professional to create high quality patent applications and (preferably) support patent prosecution activities by collaborating with inventors, clients, and external counsel. The role involves conducting invention disclosure discussions, assessing patentability, drafting and reviewing applications, guiding drafting teams, and contributing to Office Action responses. The candidate is expected to maintain high standards of quality, communication, excellent delivery, while operating with a strong client ownership mindset.

Key Strengths & Competencies

• Strong technical acumen with the ability to understand complex inventions quickly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with clarity in both technical and legal articulation.
• Sound problem solving ability and balanced technical/legal judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality work while meeting SLA, deadline, and productivity expectations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with inventors, internal teams, and external counsel.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation discipline.
• Proactive approach for continuous improvement, training, and process optimization.

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 reputed law school is a plus
• 7+ years of experience in IP services, legal operations, or IP outsourcing specifically related to drafting US patent applications and responding to office actions (preferable)
• Excellent understanding of US, EP & India patent laws
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and analytical skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and effectively manage competing priorities
• Ability to operate independently with minimal guidance and direction
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks – dynamic, and action-orientated, which meets deadlines and makes it happen
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Visio and related software programs

Key Responsibilities

1. Patent Preparation
   • Conduct end to end patent application drafting and review, ensuring clarity, completeness, and alignment with jurisdictional requirements.
   • Provide inventor guidance sessions and conduct invention disclosure reviews (IDF reviews) to extract technical disclosures and take decisions on inventiveness/filing.
   • Have some experience in preparing and reviewing Office Action responses (US, IN), incorporating strategic claim amendments and arguments.
   • Collaborate with patent counsel to ensure strategy on drafting, prosecution, and related activities.
2. Client & Stakeholder Communication
   • Maintain seamless communication with clients and partner law firms, ensuring timely updates and clear articulation of technical and procedural matters.
   • Coordinate with stakeholders to align expectations, clarify requirements, and provide accurate data reports.
3. Delivery Excellence & SLA Management
   • Ensure adherence to deadlines, SLAs, KPIs, and quality metrics, maintaining service excellence across tasks.
   • Conduct quality checks, enforce review standards, and drive continuous improvement across tasks.
4. Training, Knowledge Sharing & Process Improvement
   • Generate high quality drafting and training materials to support capability building across teams.
   • Lead or contribute to training initiatives, including drafting workshops and knowledge sharing sessions.
   • Identify process gaps and propose operational improvements, automation opportunities, and best practices for scaling efficiency.