Trade Mark Paralegal

A highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Trade Mark Paralegal to join its busy Intellectual Property team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Trade Mark Paralegal with at least 2 years' experience to support trade mark attorneys and lawyers across portfolio management, formalities and client matters within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Trade Mark Paralegal role:

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• Managing and updating trade mark portfolios and databases
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• Monitoring deadlines and maintaining accurate records
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• Preparing and filing UKIPO and WIPO trade mark applications and forms
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• Assisting with oppositions, cancellations and recordals
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• Managing trade mark and domain name renewals
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• Preparing client reports, cost estimates and invoices
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• Liaising with clients, overseas attorneys and intellectual property offices
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• Assisting with trade mark searches, watching services and portfolio audits
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• Supporting global assignments and change of name recordals
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• Assisting with evidence collection and general IP administration
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The successful Trade Mark Paralegal:

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• Minimum 2 years' Trade Mark Paralegal or IP administration experience
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• Strong knowledge of trade mark formalities and portfolio management
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• Excellent organisation and time management skills
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• Exceptional attention to detail
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• Experience using trade mark management databases
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• WebTMS or IPPO experience would be advantageous
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• Strong written and verbal communication skills
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• Proactive, adaptable and able to work under pressure
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• CITMA Paralegal Qualification would be advantageous
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What's on offer:

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• Salary of £26,000 - £30,000
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• Opportunity to join a well-established IP team
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• Direct exposure to trade mark attorneys and clients
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• Supportive and collaborative working environment
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• Ongoing training and development
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• Clear opportunities for career progression
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