Patent Executive (Qualified/Non-qualified)

Marks & Clerk; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An intellectual property firm in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Patent Executive. Responsibilities include managing patent filings and prosecutions, conducting technical reviews, and advising clients on IP strategies. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s in Life Sciences and 3-5 years of experience in patent prosecution or IP portfolio management. Strong analytical, communication skills, and English proficiency are essential. The firm offers health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Health insurance

Professional development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in patent prosecution or IP portfolio management.
• Working knowledge of Malaysian patent law and PCT procedures.
• High standard of English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee local and international patent filings and prosecutions.
• Draft patent specifications according to legal standards.
• Conduct novelty and prior art searches.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Job description

We are a dynamic firm specializing in intellectual property and are seeking a Patent Executive to join its growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end patent and Industrial Design matters: from filing and prosecution to portfolio management and client advisory.

Key Responsibilities

1. Patent Filing and Prosecution

   Oversee local and international patent filings, including the preparation, review, and submission of documents to MyIPO and foreign patent offices.

   Monitor and respond to office actions and examination reports within prescribed timelines.

2. Patent Drafting and Technical Review

   Draft patent specifications in accordance with legal and technical standards.

   Offer strategic advice to clients on IP protection, portfolio development, and patent filing strategies in line with business goals and working closely with inventors or R&D teams.

3. Patent Searches and Advisory

   Conduct novelty and prior art searches to assess patentability and potential conflicts.

   Prepare detailed analysis reports with strategic recommendations.

4. IP Portfolio and Deadline Management

   Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the patent management system, including case status, deadlines, and renewals.

   Proactively manage deadlines to prevent lapses or missed filings.

Requirements

• Only candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences such as Chemistry, Biotechnology, etc. will be entertained.
• Due to the advisory nature of the role, a high standard of English is required (minimum 35/40 on Jobstreet English Proficiency assessment).
• Experience in patent prosecution, drafting, or IP portfolio management (minimum 3–5 years for the qualified role, minimum 1–3 years for the non-qualified role).
• Working knowledge of Malaysian patent law, PCT procedures and preferably other major foreign patent systems (e.g. USPTO, EPO, JPO, CNIPA, etc.) would be advantageous.
• Excellent command of English and Bahasa Malaysia (written and spoken); additional language skills (Mandarin or Japanese) are advantageous.
• High level of attention to detail, strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage clients and colleagues across technical disciplines.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities