Ip Assistant (F/M/D)

Dennemeyer Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global IP management firm in Johannesburg seeks an Intellectual Property Assistant to manage clients' IP portfolios, focusing on trademarks and patents. The role involves preparing documents, liaising with agents, and ensuring client satisfaction. Ideal candidates have a background in IP, strong communication skills, and proficiency in patent management software. Join a dynamic team and enjoy flexible working hours in a multinational environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Tailor-made onboarding program

Training & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in the field of IP is advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and track deadlines.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Responsibilities

• Manage clients' intellectual property portfolios.
• Assist within the patents practice.
• Prepare quotes and send invoices.
• Opening files on Diams iQ.
• Liaise with agents and maintain relationships with IPOs.
• Prepare power of Attorney Forms for review and lodgement.

Skills

Excellent computer literacy

Strong organizational skills

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Service oriented

Fluent command of English

Education

Educational background in IP

IP-related course or diploma

Tools

Patent management software

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

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• The IP Specialist at Dennemeyer will manage clients' intellectual property portfolios, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of patents, trademarks, designs, and utility models.

Success in this role is demonstrated through precise docketing, diligent monitoring of deadlines, and high client satisfaction.

This position is integral to maintaining Dennemeyer reputation for excellence in IP management on a global scale.Dennemeyer Africa (Pty) Ltd is seeking an Intellectual Property Assistant who is keen to work in a dynamic team.

Whilst the post is primarily a trademarks assistant post the incumbent will also be required to provide assistance within the patents practice.

The incumbent must have a thirst for knowledge and be keen to learn and grow across both practice functionalities.

The tasks assigned to the role will include predominantly the following but not be limited necessarily to the same given business needs of the business from time to time.

Responsibilities

• Opening files on Diams iQ
• Performing data checks
• Taking instructions from the attorneys and attending to the same
• Verifying instructions
• Preparing power of Attorney Forms and Official Forms for review, signature and lodgement before Intellectual Property Offices (IPOs)
• Preparing quotes
• Preparing and sending invoices
• Bank reconciliation of PTO and official fees account
• Liaising with agents
• Managing diaries
• Trademark renewal and recordal management in all aspects with oversight from the responsible attorney
• Preparing new trade mark applications
• Jointly assisting with trademark filings, prosecution and litigation
• Liaising, building and maintaining relationships with the IPOs on all current matters
• Providing assistance for patent annuity matters
• Providing backup for all aspects of the patent practice
• Preparing responses to trade mark official actions
• General office administration

Profile

• Educational background in the IP area (e.g., apprenticeship as Paralegal, Patent Attorney Assistant) or equivalent experience
• Experience in the field of IP would be advantageous including any IP related course / diploma or professional / technical diploma or qualification
• Excellent computer literacy, including MS Word, Powerpoint and Excel
• Experience with patent management software
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and track deadlines
• Good soft skills, including good communication and attention to details
• A proactive attitude
• Service oriented towards our clients and colleagues
• The ability to follow a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and to suggest improvements and participate in the streamlining of the operational processes
• Fluent command of English, any additional language is considered as an asset

What We Offer

• Join and grow with us!
• Develop and customize your long-time career within a fast growing multinational company
• Enjoy working in multicultural teams and contribute to a diverse and international working environment
• Organize your lifestyle with flexible working hours
• Take the opportunity to act independently and entrepreneurial in your area of responsibility and profit from flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Celebrate success together as one team at our various corporate events
• Attend a tailor-made onboarding program as well as individual training & development opportunities
• Contribute through your personality and your daily work to make an impact on our business, corporate culture, society and environment

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dennemeyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Dennemeyer does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

About the Dennemeyer Group

• The Dennemeyer Group offers high-quality services for the protection and management of Intellectual Property rights and is committed to being the first-choice partner for customers globally.
• With more than 55 years of experience in the industry and 20+ offices worldwide, Dennemeyer manages nearly three million IP rights of around 8, customers.
• Organizations with even the largest, most diverse IP portfolios turn to the Dennemeyer Group for reliable protection, administration and management of their most valuable assets.
• In addition to a full spectrum of IP-related legal services, Dennemeyer offers IP strategy consulting, comprehensive IP management software, IP maintenance services and cutting-edge patent search and analysis tools.