Experienced Trade Mark Paralegal

Wynne-Jones IP is a UK and European IP firm specialising in patents, trade marks, designs, IP strategy, IP licensing and enforcement, IP audits and IP renewals. We certainly know our stuff in IP rights, and we’ve been helping businesses to protect business assets for over 60 years. Our portfolio spans an impressive mix of private individuals, multinationals, large technology-based companies, SME’s and Universities – locally, nationally and internationally.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and motivated individual to work in a small but dynamic team. As a Trade Mark Paralegal, you will be instrumental in supporting the firm's trade mark practice.

Main duties include:

preparation of cost estimates
assisting with draft specifications
filing trade mark applications
dealing with straightforward examination reports/office actions
liaising with foreign agents in relation to new filings and general prosecution work
assisting with the preparation and filing of oppositions
dealing with recordals, including recordals of assignment/change of name and/or address
invoicing
drafting watch reports
preparing trade mark schedules
assisting with the management of fee earner deadlines
assisting with POAs and Declarations of Use
assisting with collation and preparation of evidence in contentious matters

The ideal candidate will:

have a strong understanding of trade mark law and procedures in the UK, EU and at an international level
at least 3 years’ experience in a client-facing role
hold the CITMA Paralegal Qualification
have a team-oriented mindset
have excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

We are reaching out to candidates who would like to benefit from a flexible, forward thinking, supportive and inclusive working environment.

Salary depending on experience

Generous annual leave package

Pension & bonus scheme

Flexible working

Flex time – able to build up 7 hours per month to take a day off in addition to holiday allowance.

NHS top up package

Home working/Hybrid working is available

If you are looking for a new challenge and have the skills and experience necessary, please contact us directly with your CV and covering letter:

Lucy Gabb, HR Manager

lucy.gabb@wynne-jones.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension
On-site parking
Work from home

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

UK Trade Mark Paralegal: 5 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Gloucester, GL1 1UB

Reference ID: TM Paralegal

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Experienced Trade Mark Paralegal