Trademark Office Assistant: IP Support & Client Liaison

DLAWIP ASSOCIATES PLT; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

DLAWIP ASSOCIATES PLT in Ipoh, Malaysia is seeking an Office Assistant to support trademark registration, prosecution and related IP matters. You will handle filings, correspondence and client liaison to ensure timely progress.

Training will be provided. Basic computer skills and good English/BM communication are essential; proficiency in Chinese is an advantage. Remuneration offers a basic salary plus performance incentives, with potential monthly income up to RM3,000+ depending on performance.

Qualifications

• Good communication and interpersonal skills in English and BM.
• Able to communicate confidently with clients and follow up independently.
• Basic computer skills.
• Proficiency in written and spoken Chinese will be added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process trademark searches, applications, renewals, recordals and other trademark-related filings.
• Assist in drafting responses to trademark examination reports, objections and other official correspondence.
• Assist in preparing written submissions, representations and supporting documents in response to objections raised by the Intellectual Property Office.
• Monitor application status, deadlines and due dates and ensure timely follow-up.
• Liaise with clients to obtain information, evidence, documents, signatures and instructions.
• Keep clients updated on the progress and status of their trademark matters.

Skills

English proficiency

BM proficiency

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Chinese (advantage)

Job description

DLAWIP ASSOCIATES PLT in Ipoh, Malaysia is seeking an Office Assistant to support trademark registration, prosecution and related IP matters. You will handle filings, correspondence and client liaison to ensure timely progress.

Training will be provided. Basic computer skills and good English/BM communication are essential; proficiency in Chinese is an advantage. Remuneration offers a basic salary plus performance incentives, with potential monthly income up to RM3,000+ depending on performance.