Location: Belfast
Workplace: Hybrid
The opportunity
We are seeking a Paralegal to join our esteemed Intellectual Property team at Baker McKenzie, Belfast. The successful candidate will support the Firm's IP practice, handling high volumes of IP prosecution, maintenance, and transactional work in a deadline-driven environment. This role involves managing global IP portfolios for renowned clients, requiring a global mindset and effective coordination with international teams.
Main responsibilities
1. Technical: Managing trade mark formalities, supporting global IP M&A activities, conducting IP asset due diligence, supporting anti-counterfeiting efforts, and performing trade mark searches and watching services.
2. Services and process standards: Following correct procedures, maintaining service standards, managing deadlines, and ensuring compliance with Firm procedures.
Essential criteria
* Relevant undergraduate degree, 2.1 or above preferred
* Legal background with trade mark/IP experience (preferred)
* Authorization to work in the UK
Desirable criteria
* CITMA qualification (advantage)
Personal & technical skills
* High attention to detail, strong prioritization and organization skills
* Proactive attitude, initiative, independence
* Ability to work under pressure, clear communication, teamwork skills
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