Total 35 patent attorney job vacancies in Others category in Singapore

Primary Job Scope:

Assisting Patent Attorneys on the following tasks:

- Drafting patent specifications

- Responding to Office Actions

- Prosecuting patent applications in Singapore and overseas

- Conducting searches

- Analysing and studying patent or scientific documents

- Providing patent-related advice to clients

Requirements:

• Candidates should have a good tertiary degree in one of the fields of ICT, computer science/engineering, chemistry, biochemistry, material science, or life sciences.

• An advanced technical qualification (MSc or PhD) and the completion of the Graduate Certificate in Intellectual Property Law, Graduate Diploma in IP and Innovation Management, or a Master of IP and Innovation Management will be advantageous but not required.

• Fresh entrants into the industry and candidates without experience are welcome to apply.

• Candidates should expect to invest time outside of work hours over a number of years to complete the required course work and pass the Patent Agents Qualifying Examination to qualify as a Registered Singapore Patent Attorney.

• Candidates should have a strong command of written and spoken English.

• Candidates should be self-motivated and proactive in handling of tasks.

• Candidates must be able to work in a fast paced environment and have the ability to prioritise deadlines well.

• Experienced candidates should have a strong willingness to learn and adapt to changes in practices.

• Singaporeans/PR

• Drafting patents, filing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Conducting prior art / freedom to operate searches.
• Advising on Singapore's patent laws and procedures.
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports.
• Assisting lawyers with patent litigation.
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients.
• Training of executives.
• Any other matters / projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Must be a Registered Patent Agent / Patent Attorney.
• Qualification in Singapore (Candidates qualified in other jurisdictions such as UK, Europe, US, Australia or New Zealand may also be considered).
• Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Health Sciences or Life Sciences (Biotechnology / relevant field).
• Postgraduate study, and other qualifications such as a law degree or industry experience will be well regarded but are not essential.
• Strong command in verbal & written English.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution.
• A good team player with positive working attitude is essential.

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential).

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• Drafting patents, filing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Conducting prior art / freedom to operate searches.
• Advising on Singapore's patent laws and procedures.
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports.
• Assisting lawyers with patent litigation.
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients.
• Training of executives.
• Any other matters / projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Must be a Registered Patent Agent / Patent Attorney.
• Qualification in Singapore (Candidates qualified in other jurisdictions such as UK, Europe, US, Australia or New Zealand may also be considered).
• Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Health Sciences or Life Sciences (Biotechnology / relevant field).
• Postgraduate study, and other qualifications such as a law degree or industry experience will be well regarded but are not essential.
• Strong command in verbal & written English.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution.
• A good team player with positive working attitude is essential.

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential).

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Great ideas do not discriminate, and anyone can have them. Given the right protection and support, a great idea can become a powerful brand, a transformative technology, an innovative process or design, or even a song or story that moves one’s soul. Housing Singapore’s largest community of intellectual property (IP) experts, the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) understands better than anyone how important it is to protect ideas and creations for now and for the future. We leverage our deep technical, legal and business expertise to help innovative enterprises grow, through their intangible assets, including IP, from Singapore, through Singapore. We catalyse the ideas of today, into the assets of tomorrow.

About IPOS International

IPOS International (IPOS Intl) is a private limited company fully owned by IPOS, committed to building Singapore’s future growth as a global hub for intellectual property creation, protection and management. We serve the public sector, investors, private enterprises, not-for-profits, service providers and individuals through patent search and analysis, training and IP management services. Together, we amplify creativity and enable innovation, to realise tangible economic and social value from intangible assets.

How you can contribute

Reporting to the Division Lead, you will join a team of highly skilled and talented professionals to help enterprises innovate and grow by ensuring the grant of high-quality patents.

Role

This position requires you to apply scientific and technical knowledge to the concepts of patent law. You will be required to assess whether an invention is new and judge whether the invention has a technical and legal basis to be granted a patent in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Analyse patent applications and identify technical concepts relating to an invention;

• Conduct searches of the state-of-the-art using specialised databases to investigate whether an invention is new;

• Conduct substantive examination to ensure an invention complies with patentability criteria required for a patent to be granted;

• Communicate with applicants or their patent agents through written opinions to present examination outcomes;

• Consider submissions filed in response to written opinions to advance the prosecution, conducting interviews with applicants or their patent agents to clarify positions where necessary.

General Responsibilities

• Interpret patent law and apply guidelines in the examination of patent applications;

• Assess patent applications within area of technical expertise and areas at the periphery;

• Formulate search strategies for uncovering prior art documents in a cost-efficient manner;

• Communicate, in writing and verbally, technical and legal arguments, to facilitate prosecution;

• Discuss and offer technical expertise to peers for inventions that cut across technological domains;

• Keep pace with technological developments..

Are you the one? Please write to us if you have/are:

• A strong foundation in science or engineering;

• Strong analytical and reasoning skills;

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally;

• Driven to excel and meet challenges;

• Constantly curious, enjoy learning and applying new skills;

• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities and a team player who can be part of a network of technical experts.

In particular, we are looking for someone to join our team with:

• At least a good class Honours degree in Science or Engineering;

• Familiarity in the one of the following specialised fields will be a plus:

- Immunology or in biotechnology with a focus on protein engineering; or

- Wireless communication and audio video coding standards such as 3GPP, IEEE; or

- Organic chemistry with experience in drug discovery and development; or

- Opto-electronics or semiconductor memory devices

• Experience in patent prosecution or completion of Specialist Certificate in Intangible Asset Management/Master of IP and Innovation Management would be an advantage.

Successful candidates will go through a structured training programme in patent law and patent search and examination. You will have opportunities to attend professional training courses and seminars to keep pace with the latest developments in your technical field.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to [email protected]

• Drafting patents, filing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Conducting prior art / freedom to operate searches.
• Advising on Singapore's patent laws and procedures.
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports.
• Assisting lawyers with patent litigation.
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients.
• Training of executives.
• Any other matters / projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Must be a Registered Patent Agent / Patent Attorney.
• Qualification in Singapore (Candidates qualified in other jurisdictions such as UK, Europe, US, Australia or New Zealand may also be considered).
• Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Health Sciences or Life Sciences (Biotechnology / relevant field).
• Postgraduate study, and other qualifications such as a law degree or industry experience will be well regarded but are not essential.
• Strong command in verbal & written English.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution.
• A good team player with positive working attitude is essential.

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential).

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Job Responsibilities:

· Drafting of patent specifications and/or preparing specifications of goods and services.

· Conduct patent prior art searches.

· Preparing responses to Office Actions.

· Administer and maintain patent portfolios.

· Ad hoc duties when assigned.

Job Requirements:

· Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor Degree or Master Degree preferably in Engineering, Science & Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent.

· At least five (5) years of relevant experience.

· Good knowledge or experience in Intellectual Property.

· Excellent command of English and good interpersonal skills.

· Demonstrate outstanding organizational skills, good team player and the ability to work independently.

· Candidates with relevant education level / relevant years of working experience will be considered for (Registered Patent Agent) role.

· Only shortlisted candidate will be notified.

Great ideas do not discriminate, and anyone can have them. Given the right protection and support, a great idea can become a powerful brand, a transformative technology, an innovative process or design, or even a song or story that moves one’s soul. Housing Singapore’s largest community of intellectual property (IP) experts, the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) understands better than anyone how important it is to protect ideas and creations for now and for the future. We leverage our deep technical, legal and business expertise to help innovative enterprises grow, through their intangible assets, including IP, from Singapore, through Singapore. We catalyse the ideas of today, into the assets of tomorrow.

About IPOS International

IPOS International (IPOS Intl) is a private limited company fully owned by IPOS, committed to building Singapore’s future growth as a global hub for intellectual property creation, protection and management. We serve the public sector, investors, private enterprises, not-for-profits, service providers and individuals through patent search and analysis, training and IP management services. Together, we amplify creativity and enable innovation, to realise tangible economic and social value from intangible assets.

How you can contribute

Reporting to the Division Lead, you will join a team of highly skilled and talented professionals to help enterprises innovate and grow by ensuring the grant of high-quality patents.

Role

This position requires you to apply scientific and technical knowledge to the concepts of patent law. You will be required to assess whether an invention is new and judge whether the invention has a technical and legal basis to be granted a patent in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Analyse patent applications and identify technical concepts relating to an invention;

• Conduct searches of the state-of-the-art using specialised databases to investigate whether an invention is new;

• Conduct substantive examination to ensure an invention complies with patentability criteria required for a patent to be granted;

• Communicate with applicants or their patent agents through written opinions to present examination outcomes;

• Consider submissions filed in response to written opinions to advance the prosecution, conducting interviews with applicants or their patent agents to clarify positions where necessary.

General Responsibilities

• Interpret patent law and apply guidelines in the examination of patent applications;

• Assess patent applications within area of technical expertise and areas at the periphery;

• Formulate search strategies for uncovering prior art documents in a cost-efficient manner;

• Communicate, in writing and verbally, technical and legal arguments, to facilitate prosecution;

• Discuss and offer technical expertise to peers for inventions that cut across technological domains;

• Keep pace with technological developments..

Are you the one? Please write to us if you have/are:

• A strong foundation in science or engineering;

• Strong analytical and reasoning skills;

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally;

• Driven to excel and meet challenges;

• Constantly curious, enjoy learning and applying new skills;

• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities and a team player who can be part of a network of technical experts.

In particular, we are looking for someone to join our team with:

• At least a good class Honours degree in Science or Engineering;

• Familiarity in the one of the following specialised fields will be a plus:

- Immunology or in biotechnology with a focus on protein engineering; or

- Wireless communication and audio video coding standards such as 3GPP, IEEE; or

- Organic chemistry with experience in drug discovery and development; or

- Opto-electronics or semiconductor memory devices

• Experience in patent prosecution or completion of Specialist Certificate in Intangible Asset Management/Master of IP and Innovation Management would be an advantage.

Successful candidates will go through a structured training programme in patent law and patent search and examination. You will have opportunities to attend professional training courses and seminars to keep pace with the latest developments in your technical field.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to [email protected]

• Drafting patents, filing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Conducting prior art / freedom to operate searches.
• Advising on Singapore's patent laws and procedures.
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports.
• Assisting lawyers with patent litigation.
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients.
• Training of executives.
• Any other matters / projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Must be a Registered Patent Agent / Patent Attorney.
• Qualification in Singapore (Candidates qualified in other jurisdictions such as UK, Europe, US, Australia or New Zealand may also be considered).
• Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Health Sciences or Life Sciences (Biotechnology / relevant field).
• Postgraduate study, and other qualifications such as a law degree or industry experience will be well regarded but are not essential.
• Strong command in verbal & written English.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution.
• A good team player with positive working attitude is essential.

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential).

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Company Overview: Rhea Fertility was founded with the mission to revolutionize the reproductive healthcare journey for intended parents worldwide by creating a seamless, personalized, and patient-focused experience. We are a technology-enabled fertility services buy-and-build platform with a global presence. As part of our dynamic legal team, you will have the opportunity to grow your expertise in a highly impactful sector while contributing to the development of our legal infrastructure across multiple jurisdictions.

Role Summary: We are seeking an Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of general corporate experience, ideally with exposure to clinical practice and/or healthcare private equity in Southeast Asia. You will work closely with in-house counsel, supporting day-to-day commercial agreements, document management, and compliance, while also helping to structure and scale the legal function to meet the company’s growing needs. The role will involve legal research, independent thinking, and the ability to issue spot and propose creative solutions to novel and complex challenges. Fluency in Chinese is a strong advantage (spoken and written). This is a remote role with a preference for candidates based in Bali, Indonesia, but we are also considering candidates in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, or Manila.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in-house counsel with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements (e.g., vendor agreements, partnership agreements, sales contracts).
• Assist in managing the company’s document management system and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions.
• Provide general compliance support, including maintaining corporate governance standards and monitoring relevant legal developments.
• Help structure and build out the legal functions of a growing company.
• Collaborate with internal departments on various legal matters and provide guidance to ensure business goals are achieved in compliance with legal requirements.
• Assist with managing external counsel across multiple regions to ensure consistent legal support and advice.
• Conduct legal research on healthcare, corporate, and private equity matters relevant to the company's operations.
• Issue spot and think independently to propose and consider creative solutions to novel and complex legal issues.
• Draft and revise policies, procedures, and internal guidelines as needed.

Requirements:

• J.D. or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution.
• At least 1-2 years at a large law firm in a relevant field.
• 3-5 years of experience in general corporate law, ideally with exposure to healthcare private equity.
• Familiarity with commercial agreements, corporate governance, and compliance matters.
• Strong preference for candidates with experience in Southeast Asia.
• Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) is highly desirable.

Competencies:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects independently.
• Ability to issue-spot, think critically, and propose innovative solutions to complex legal challenges.
• Experience working in or with rapidly growing companies is a plus.

Preferred Locations:

• Bali, Indonesia (preferred)
• Singapore
• Kuala Lumpur
• Manila

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge company in the healthcare industry
• Work directly with in-house counsel, gain hands-on experience in building legal functions for a global company
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Remote role
• A collaborative and supportive work environment with plenty of room for professional growth
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven company making a positive impact in the fertility industry

If you are passionate about healthcare, possess strong legal acumen, can approach the legal practice with an entrepreneurial spirit, and are excited to help shape the legal landscape of a fast-growing company, we would love to hear from you.

Job Description:

• Patent and design portfolio management;
• Patent and design filings in Asian countries, e.g. Singapore, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Brunei, etc; and
• Advice on patent prosecution strategies.

Requirements:

• Holds an engineering or science degree
• At least two years’ experience in patent filing and prosecution work, preferably in multiple ASEAN jurisdictions
• Proficient with computers (should have knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel)

Interested candidates, please send an application (with your expected salary) to [email protected]. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Associate Patent Examiner (ICT), Patent Search, Examination and Analytics, IPOS International

Great ideas do not discriminate, and anyone can have them. Given the right protection and support, a great idea can become a powerful brand, a transformative technology, an innovative process or design, or even a song or story that moves one’s soul. Housing Singapore’s largest community of intellectual property (IP) experts, IPOS understands better than anyone how important it is to protect ideas and creations for now and for the future. We leverage our deep technical, legal and business expertise to help innovative enterprises grow, through their intangible assets, including IP, from Singapore, through Singapore. We catalyse the ideas of today, into the assets of tomorrow.

About IPOS International

IPOS International (IPOS Intl) is a private limited company fully owned by IPOS, committed to building Singapore’s future growth as a global hub for intellectual property creation, protection and management. We serve the public sector, investors, private enterprises, not-for-profits, service providers and individuals through patent search and analysis, training and IP management services. Together, we amplify creativity and enable innovation, to realise tangible economic and social value from intangible assets.

How you can contribute

Reporting to the Division Lead, you will join a team of highly skilled and talented professionals to help enterprises innovate and grow by ensuring the grant of high-quality patents.

Role

This position requires you to apply scientific and technical knowledge to the concepts of patent law. You will be required to assess whether an invention is new and judge whether the invention has a technical and legal basis to be granted a patent in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Analyse patent applications and identify technical concepts relating to an invention;

• Conduct searches of the state-of-the-art using specialised databases to investigate whether an invention is new;

• Conduct substantive examination to ensure an invention complies with patentability criteria required for a patent to be granted;

• Communicate with applicants or their patent agents through written opinions to present examination outcomes;

• Consider submissions filed in response to written opinions to advance the prosecution, conducting interviews with applicants or their patent agents to clarify positions where necessary.

General Responsibilities

• Interpret patent law and apply guidelines in the examination of patent applications;

• Assess patent applications within area of technical expertise and areas at the periphery;

• Formulate search strategies for uncovering prior art documents in a cost-efficient manner;

• Communicate, in writing and verbally, technical and legal arguments, to facilitate prosecution;

• Discuss and offer technical expertise to peers for inventions that cut across technological domains;

• Keep pace with technological developments.

Are you the one? Please write to us if you have/are:

• A strong foundation in science or engineering;

• Strong analytical and reasoning skills;

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally;

• Driven to excel and meet challenges;

• Constantly curious, enjoy learning and applying new skills;

• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities and a team player who can be part of a network of technical experts.

In particular, we are looking for someone to join our team with:

• At least a good class Honours degree in Science or Engineering;

• Familiarity in wireless communication, or audio/video coding standards such as 3GPP, IEEE would be a plus;

• Experience in patent prosecution or completion of Specialist Certificate in Intangible Asset Management/Master of IP and Innovation Management would be an advantage.

Successful candidates will go through a structured training programme in patent law and patent search and examination. You will have opportunities to attend professional training courses and seminars to keep pace with the latest developments in your technical field.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to [email protected]

Company’s Profile

By providing comprehensive and bespoke legal services to their large clientele base, they have successfully protected their clients’ rights across Singapore. They aim to always exceed their clients’ expectations in terms of fulfilling their legal needs, be it commercial, business or personal.

Location: Tanjong Pagar (1 min walking distance from MRT)

Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 9.00am – 6.00pm

Job Responsibilities:

• Meeting clients in appointments and explaining the relevant conveyancing forms to clients and witnessing their signatures.
• Checking and guiding the conveyancing executives in their documentations.
• Advising clients on legality issues.

Requirements:

• At least 1 – 5 years' relevant Lawyer experience in handling conveyancing cases (Newly admitted Lawyers or those waiting to be called to the Bar will be considered too)
• Education qualification in Law from Singapore institution
• Comfortable to work in a fast-paced environment

Your recruiter for this job: WhatsApp Celine @ 84940873 for a quicker response.

Connect with me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/your-recruiter-celine-chan

Interested candidates may apply directly as well. For more job opportunities, follow SnatchJobs on Telegram: https://t.me/sgfulltimers

Celine Chan | R21103433

Recruit Now Singapore Pte Ltd | EA No: 21C0845

Company’s Profile

By providing comprehensive and bespoke legal services to their large clientele base, they have successfully protected their clients’ rights across Singapore. They aim to always exceed their clients’ expectations in terms of fulfilling their legal needs, be it commercial, business or personal.

Location: Tanjong Pagar (1 min walking distance from MRT)

Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 9.00am – 6.00pm

Job Responsibilities:

• Meeting clients in appointments and explaining the relevant conveyancing forms to clients and witnessing their signatures.
• Checking and guiding the conveyancing executives in their documentations.
• Advising clients on legality issues.

Requirements:

• At least 1 – 5 years' relevant Lawyer experience in handling conveyancing cases (Newly admitted Lawyers or those waiting to be called to the Bar will be considered too)
• Education qualification in Law from Singapore institution
• Comfortable to work in a fast-paced environment

Your recruiter for this job: WhatsApp Celine @ 84940873 for a quicker response.

Connect with me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/your-recruiter-celine-chan

Interested candidates may apply directly as well. For more job opportunities, follow SnatchJobs on Telegram: https://t.me/sgfulltimers

Celine Chan | R21103433

Recruit Now Singapore Pte Ltd | EA No: 21C0845

Associate Patent Examiner (ICT), Patent Search, Examination and Analytics, IPOS International

Great ideas do not discriminate, and anyone can have them. Given the right protection and support, a great idea can become a powerful brand, a transformative technology, an innovative process or design, or even a song or story that moves one’s soul. Housing Singapore’s largest community of intellectual property (IP) experts, IPOS understands better than anyone how important it is to protect ideas and creations for now and for the future. We leverage our deep technical, legal and business expertise to help innovative enterprises grow, through their intangible assets, including IP, from Singapore, through Singapore. We catalyse the ideas of today, into the assets of tomorrow.

About IPOS International

IPOS International (IPOS Intl) is a private limited company fully owned by IPOS, committed to building Singapore’s future growth as a global hub for intellectual property creation, protection and management. We serve the public sector, investors, private enterprises, not-for-profits, service providers and individuals through patent search and analysis, training and IP management services. Together, we amplify creativity and enable innovation, to realise tangible economic and social value from intangible assets.

How you can contribute

Reporting to the Division Lead, you will join a team of highly skilled and talented professionals to help enterprises innovate and grow by ensuring the grant of high-quality patents.

Role

This position requires you to apply scientific and technical knowledge to the concepts of patent law. You will be required to assess whether an invention is new and judge whether the invention has a technical and legal basis to be granted a patent in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Analyse patent applications and identify technical concepts relating to an invention;

• Conduct searches of the state-of-the-art using specialised databases to investigate whether an invention is new;

• Conduct substantive examination to ensure an invention complies with patentability criteria required for a patent to be granted;

• Communicate with applicants or their patent agents through written opinions to present examination outcomes;

• Consider submissions filed in response to written opinions to advance the prosecution, conducting interviews with applicants or their patent agents to clarify positions where necessary.

General Responsibilities

• Interpret patent law and apply guidelines in the examination of patent applications;

• Assess patent applications within area of technical expertise and areas at the periphery;

• Formulate search strategies for uncovering prior art documents in a cost-efficient manner;

• Communicate, in writing and verbally, technical and legal arguments, to facilitate prosecution;

• Discuss and offer technical expertise to peers for inventions that cut across technological domains;

• Keep pace with technological developments.

Are you the one? Please write to us if you have/are:

• A strong foundation in science or engineering;

• Strong analytical and reasoning skills;

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally;

• Driven to excel and meet challenges;

• Constantly curious, enjoy learning and applying new skills;

• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities and a team player who can be part of a network of technical experts.

In particular, we are looking for someone to join our team with:

• At least a good class Honours degree in Science or Engineering;

• Familiarity in wireless communication, or audio/video coding standards such as 3GPP, IEEE would be a plus;

• Experience in patent prosecution or completion of Specialist Certificate in Intangible Asset Management/Master of IP and Innovation Management would be an advantage.

Successful candidates will go through a structured training programme in patent law and patent search and examination. You will have opportunities to attend professional training courses and seminars to keep pace with the latest developments in your technical field.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to [email protected]

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Patent Secretary to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a legal or intellectual property setting, with a strong understanding of patent processes and procedures. As a Patent Secretary, you will play a crucial role in supporting our patent attorneys in their day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities:

1. Handle electronic online filings for patent prosecution formalities and ensure timely filing with IPOS.

2. Coordinate communication between attorneys, clients, and foreign associates regarding patent filings, deadlines, and other matters. Respond promptly to inquiries and requests for information.

3. Assist with billing, and invoicing activities. Provide secretarial and administrative support to Patent Attorneys.

4. Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and integrity, adhering to ethical and professional standards.

5. Covering other secretarial and/or administrative functions when required.

Requirements:

- GCE ‘A’ with Private Secretary Certificate, Diploma holder or Bachelor’s degree.

- Previous experience as a legal secretary, patent secretary, or similar role in a law firm or intellectual property setting preferred but not essential.

- Knowledge of patent prosecution procedure and IPOS digital hub system a plus.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

- Good written / verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with a keen eye for detail.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Job Description:

Opportunity to lead and drive a growing patent practice and to leverage an established and highly-ranked international and domestic intellectual property-focussed law practice.

Requirements:

Qualified as a patent attorney/agent in Singapore, Australia, NZ, Europe and/or USA

• Candidates in the midst of qualifying e.g. who have taken some of the Singapore Patent Agent Qualifying Examination papers will also be considered
• Strong technical, verbal and written skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Possess a positive pioneering spirit and attitude
• A degree in science or engineering

Interested candidates may send in applications with detailed resume and salary expectation by email to [email protected] (only shortlisted candidates will be notified).

• Filing and prosecuting patent applications up to grant
• Calculate, docketing and monitoring deadlines
• Communicating and advising clients on Singapore's patent laws and procedures
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering / Chemistry / Computer Science / Life Sciences / Biology / LLB
• Strong command in verbal & written English
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• A good team player with positive working attitude is essential

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential)

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about the company
You will be joining a large global Intellectual Property firm with a long history and a presence across the APAC region.

about the job
You will be an experienced patent administrator supporting the team with various electronic patent filings (Paris/PCT), renewals, grants and assisting on addressing office actions as they arise with IPOS. You will also be responsible for monitoring deadlines and providing ad hoc administrative support as necessary.

about the manager/team
You will the patent team together with a number of administrators both local and foreign based under the oversight of a managing patent attorney.

skills and experience required
You must have at least 1 year of general IP experience with a focus on Patents matters being highly advantageous.

To apply online please use the 'apply' function.
(EA: 94C3609/ R23115352)

• Drafting of quotes & engagement papers, notes of client’s instructions, witness statements, pleadings, legal research, e-filing of court documents, compiling of litigation & arbitration papers, bundles, authorities & submissions.
• Attendances in court with lawyers.
• Taking of notes for hearing and trials.
• Management of time-tables.
• Take active role in marketin efforts such as maintan social medial presence, organisation of seminara
• General support for all aspects of dispute resolution work.
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Law, or concurrently undergoing Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Good interpersonal and communications skills.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• IT savvy, proficient in MS Office, Excel.

Job Description:
1.  Manage the full spectrum of patent and design work, including prior art searches, pre-filing advice, and patent specification drafting.
2.   Manage and oversee the filing with IPOS and other ASEAN countries' patent offices, prosecution, grant, and maintenance of patents.
2.  Manage a team of patent executives - assert quality control, provide training and mentorship.
3.  Set policies, precedents, and best practice guidelines.
4.  Liaise with regional offices and international agents on patent prosecution matters.
5.  Participate in business development efforts at raising awareness, client relationship building.

Requirements:
•  Should have a degree in a science or engineering discipline.
•  Must be a registered patent agent in Singapore or have at least 15 years of experience in ASEAN patent filing and prosecution work.
•  Should have proven leadership experience in managing and developing a team.
•  Must demonstrate strong business acumen and the ability to contribute to the strategic growth of the firm.
•  Should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

As a Patent/ IP Paralegal, you will support patent associates in patent process and other IP matters. The overall goal is to support Horizon IP in achieving its business objectives as well as the objectives of its clients.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

· Develop a solid knowledge of the businesses of Horizon IP’s clients and how Horizon IP can support its clients in order to achieve their business and IP objectives.

· Manage IP portfolio of designated clients, including reporting and docking of due dates of client matters.

· Develop an in-depth understanding of patent and trademark prosecution procedures and laws of US, Singapore, China, EPO, international treaties (PCT and Madrid) as well as other jurisdictions and work with foreign associates, where applicable, to manage IP portfolio of Horizon IP’s clients.

· Perform patentability and trademark searches according to client’s instructions.

· Conduct Freedom-to-Operate (“FTO”) analysis and various legal, technical and business inputs required to complete an FTO analysis and the data and its significance in the patent database fundamental contract law.

· Docketing of client matters in database and generating reports of client matters

· Generate weekly due date lists of client matters.

· Editing of documents generated by associates.

REQUIRED Skills

· Excellent written and spoken English communication skills

· Good understanding of Various Patent and Trademark Databases (Google patents, USPTO, IPOS, EPO and WIPO)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· 3 – 5 years of relevant experience

· Proficient in area of responsibility

· Highly self-motivated

· Multi-language proficiency (English and Chinese)

• Filing and prosecuting patent applications up to grant
• Calculate, docketing and monitoring deadlines
• Communicating and advising clients on Singapore's patent laws and procedures
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering / Chemistry / Computer Science / Life Sciences / Biology / LLB
• Strong command in verbal & written English
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• A good team player with positive working attitude is essential

Kindly forward your detailed resume in PDF format, stating full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salaries.

(Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.)

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Associate Patent Examiner (ICT), Patent Search, Examination and Analytics, IPOS International

Great ideas do not discriminate, and anyone can have them. Given the right protection and support, a great idea can become a powerful brand, a transformative technology, an innovative process or design, or even a song or story that moves one’s soul. Housing Singapore’s largest community of intellectual property (IP) experts, IPOS understands better than anyone how important it is to protect ideas and creations for now and for the future. We leverage our deep technical, legal and business expertise to help innovative enterprises grow, through their intangible assets, including IP, from Singapore, through Singapore. We catalyse the ideas of today, into the assets of tomorrow.

About IPOS International

IPOS International (IPOS Intl) is a private limited company fully owned by IPOS, committed to building Singapore’s future growth as a global hub for intellectual property creation, protection and management. We serve the public sector, investors, private enterprises, not-for-profits, service providers and individuals through patent search and analysis, training and IP management services. Together, we amplify creativity and enable innovation, to realise tangible economic and social value from intangible assets.

How you can contribute

Reporting to the Division Lead, you will join a team of highly skilled and talented professionals to help enterprises innovate and grow by ensuring the grant of high-quality patents.

Role

This position requires you to apply scientific and technical knowledge to the concepts of patent law. You will be required to assess whether an invention is new and judge whether the invention has a technical and legal basis to be granted a patent in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Analyse patent applications and identify technical concepts relating to an invention;

• Conduct searches of the state-of-the-art using specialised databases to investigate whether an invention is new;

• Conduct substantive examination to ensure an invention complies with patentability criteria required for a patent to be granted;

• Communicate with applicants or their patent agents through written opinions to present examination outcomes;

• Consider submissions filed in response to written opinions to advance the prosecution, conducting interviews with applicants or their patent agents to clarify positions where necessary.

General Responsibilities

• Interpret patent law and apply guidelines in the examination of patent applications;

• Assess patent applications within area of technical expertise and areas at the periphery;

• Formulate search strategies for uncovering prior art documents in a cost-efficient manner;

• Communicate, in writing and verbally, technical and legal arguments, to facilitate prosecution;

• Discuss and offer technical expertise to peers for inventions that cut across technological domains;

• Keep pace with technological developments.

Are you the one? Please write to us if you have/are:

• A strong foundation in science or engineering;

• Strong analytical and reasoning skills;

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally;

• Driven to excel and meet challenges;

• Constantly curious, enjoy learning and applying new skills;

• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities and a team player who can be part of a network of technical experts.

In particular, we are looking for someone to join our team with:

• At least a good class Honours degree in Science or Engineering;

• Familiarity in wireless communication, or audio/video coding standards such as 3GPP, IEEE would be a plus;

• Experience in patent prosecution or completion of Specialist Certificate in Intangible Asset Management/Master of IP and Innovation Management would be an advantage.

Successful candidates will go through a structured training programme in patent law and patent search and examination. You will have opportunities to attend professional training courses and seminars to keep pace with the latest developments in your technical field.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to [email protected]

Job Description:

• Patent and design portfolio management;
• Patent and design filings in Asian countries, e.g. Singapore, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Brunei, etc; and
• Advice on patent prosecution strategies.

Requirements:

• Holds an engineering or science degree
• At least two years’ experience in patent filing and prosecution work, preferably in multiple ASEAN jurisdictions
• Proficient with computers (should have knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel)

Interested candidates, please send an application (with your expected salary) to [email protected]. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

What you'll do:
As a Document Review Attorney (three-month contract), you will play a crucial role in examining documents related to investigations, litigation, and regulatory actions. Your keen eye for detail will be essential in identifying issues such as relevancy, responsiveness, privilege, and confidentiality. You will have the opportunity to utilise your language skills by working with documents that require fluency in both Japanese and English. Your ability to multitask will be tested as you juggle multiple projects while meeting critical deadlines. Your excellent communication skills will foster effective collaboration within your team.

• Examine various types of documents such as emails, memos, Powerpoints, and spreadsheets page by page for various issues including relevancy, responsiveness, privilege, and confidentiality
• Summarise key parts of documents, create privilege logs or redact confidential or personal information as part of document review workflows
• Work collaboratively with the team to identify key information and effectively communicate findings
• Meet critical deadlines by collaborating with the review manager and team members
• Recognise patterns in the data to allow for consistent coding of similar documents in larger quantities
• Multitask and work on multiple projects as needed
• Raise questions and issues in a timely manner to the team

What you bring:
The ideal Document Review Attorney (three-month contract) brings a wealth of skills to our client's team. You are actively licensed and in good standing with a bar association. Your language capabilities extend beyond English fluency; you are also fluent in Japanese. While experience with document discovery or investigations is beneficial, our client provides comprehensive training to equip you with the necessary skills. Your proficiency in modern technology, particularly Microsoft Office suite, will be crucial in this role. Your critical thinking skills and ability to retain complex work direction will be tested as you navigate through various tasks. Above all, your excellent written and verbal communication skills will ensure effective collaboration within the team.

• Active license and good standing with a bar association; various jurisdictions considered
• Fluency in Japanese; reading fluency is a must-have
• Experience with document discovery or investigations is helpful but not mandatory as training is provided
• Proficiency in use of modern technology including Microsoft Office suite; particularly Excel
• Critical thinking skills and ability to retain complex work direction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What sets this company apart:
This company is a global leader in their field, renowned for their commitment to excellence and innovation. They foster a culture of collaboration and inclusivity, where every team member's contribution is valued. They offer comprehensive training and development opportunities to ensure their employees are equipped with the skills they need to succeed. Their flexible work arrangements demonstrate their understanding of the importance of work-life balance.

What's next:
Ready to take your legal career to new heights? Apply now!
Apply today by clicking on the link. Please note that candidates must have high-speed internet access at home and either a Mac or PC with Windows 10 or newer operating system to qualify for remote work after training.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
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