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Intellectual Property Paralegal, Leicester
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Posted:
02.05.2025
Expiry Date:
16.06.2025
Job Description:
Location: Belfast
Workplace: Hybrid
The opportunity: We are looking for a Paralegal to join our highly-regarded Intellectual Property team at Baker McKenzie, Belfast. The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting the Firm's Intellectual Property practice, handling IP prosecution, maintenance, and transactional work in a deadline-driven environment. You will work on rapidly developing IP portfolios of global brands, requiring a global mindset and ability to coordinate with diverse teams worldwide. The role involves working with various professionals across cultures, and you will need confidence and ability to drive matters forward with internal and external stakeholders.
About Baker McKenzie: We are the world's leading law firm with offices worldwide. Our Belfast office has over 400 colleagues and offers comprehensive benefits including private health, income protection, life assurance, and more. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing a rewarding career environment.
Main responsibilities:
* Support the Firm's Global IP practice on various matters including trade mark formalities, IP M&A, due diligence, anti-counterfeiting, and trade mark searches.
* Draft legal documents, liaise with local counsel, produce schedules, and communicate with stakeholders.
* Conduct comprehensive IP asset due diligence using official registries and databases.
* Support anti-counterfeiting programs, including drafting guides, handling seizures, and liaising with infringers.
* Develop legal knowledge and ensure adherence to procedures and standards.
* Manage docket and deadlines, proactively communicate workload issues, and maintain high-quality service.
Essential Criteria:
* Relevant undergraduate degree with 2.1 or above (preferred).
* Legal background with IP/trademark experience (preferred).
* Authorization to work in the UK.
Desirable Criteria:
* CITMA qualification (advantage).
Personal & Technical Skills:
* High standards, attention to detail, organization skills.
* Proactive, initiative-driven, independent working ability.
* Calmness under pressure, clear writing style.
* Ability to meet deadlines, teamwork skills, adaptability, and good interpersonal communication.
To apply, visit our careers page and complete the application process.
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