IP Paralegal (trade mark focus) for confectionery leader

Our client, a confectionery leader , located near Findel is seeking an experienced paralegal to join its team for Intellectual Property matters on a temporary basis (1 year approximately with potential for extension) . This role offers a great opportunity to work within an international and dynamic confectionery company in the fields of intellectual property, with a particular focus on trade marks, designs and copyrights. If you love the childlike happiness, you will love working here!

Your Responsibilities

• Support in IP prosecution activities, including handling IP enforcement matters, analyzing infringement scenarios, reviewing warning letters, and taking necessary actions for trade marks, design and copyright.
• Assist in product review and approval processes, providing legal advice under the supervision of the IP counsel.
• Conduct trademark and design clearances, preparing detailed reports for business units across multiple jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with external counsel network to manage all IP prosecution and enforcement-related work, with a strong focus on trade marks, designs and copyrights.
• Manage docketing processes, maintain IP databases, and ensure proper tracking of invoices related to IP matters.
• Establish, monitor, and manage internal and external deadlines to ensure smooth project execution.
• Assist in the management and drafting of contracts as required by IP counsel.
• Draft presentations for internal teams and external stakeholders on relevant IP matters.
• Support project coordination and provide assistance to IP counsel in various IP, marketing, and licensing-related projects.
• Assist the IP team in various other IP-related tasks and marketing or licensing projects as needed.

Your Profile

• Strong experience in Intellectual Property law, including trade mark prosecution and enforcement.
• Proven ability to manage and maintain IP databases and docketing systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a timely manner.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for drafting legal documents and liaising with external counsel.
• Previous experience in working in trade marks in private practice is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

To include yourself in this recruitment process; to find out more information about this role; or to discuss other career opportunities we have available, please contact Elif Ozdemir as soon as possible - CONFIDENTIALITY ASSURED.

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