Patent Executive

Drew & Napier LLC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Drew & Napier LLC in Singapore seeks a capable Legal Assistant to support intellectual property matters. You will assist in filing and prosecuting design patents and coordinate Malaysia filings, ensuring deadlines are met.

Applicants with a diploma or degree and at least 2 years of related experience are preferred; entry-level candidates with strong interest are welcome. Strong organization, communication, and IT skills with MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in any discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience preferred.
• Entry-level candidates with strong interest in legal field welcome.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills with attention to detail and ability to multitask under deadlines.
• Team player with positive attitude; proficient in MS Office and IT-savvy.

Responsibilities

• Filing and prosecution of design matters.
• Coordination and supervision of filing and prosecution of Malaysia patent applications including review of official reports.
• Calculating, docketing and monitoring deadlines.
• Advising clients on strategies and courses of actions available.
• Assist with other matters/projects as required by management.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Team player

MS Office proficiency

IT-savvy

Education

Diploma/Degree in any discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Key responsibilities

• Filing and prosecution of design matters

• Coordination and supervision of the filing and prosecution of Malaysia patent applications including the review of official reports

• Calculating, docketing and monitoring deadlines

• Advising clients on strategies and courses of actions available

• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in any discipline.

• Minimum 2 years of related experience preferred.

• Entry-level candidates with a strong interest in developing a career in the legal field are also welcome to apply.

• Possess strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills, with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively and work well under tight deadlines.

• A good team player with positive working attitude is essential.

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and IT-savvy.

• This position is based in Singapore.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential)