Total 54 Full-time patent attorney job vacancies in Singapore

• Preparing official forms for filing of new applications
• Generating file numbers
• Data entry
• Opening physical files
• Monitor deadlines & prepare reminders to clients on upcoming deadlines
• Generate payment vouchers and invoices
• General administrative duties including photocopying, faxing and dispatch
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Diploma in any discipline/ GCE 'A' level/ GCE 'O' level/ GCE ‘N’ level/ Higher Nitec in Office Skills
• Minimum 1 year of clerical or administrative experience
• Good interpersonal and communications skills
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• IT savvy and proficient in MS Office

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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• 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)

An award-winning full service law firm, Allen & Gledhill LLP has been providing legal services to premier clients since 1902. One of the largest law firms in Singapore and South-east Asia, Allen & Gledhill counts among its clients some of the most well-known local and multinational companies and financial institutions. We have the following position for a highly motivated and committed individual to join our Firm:

Job Description:

The successful candidate will work with a team of patent professionals in the Intellectual Property & Technology Department, and will be involved in patent prosecution matters. Essential attributes include an excellent work attitude and strong communication skills with a good command of the English language, along with the ability to work both independently as well as part of a team.

Job Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in any discipline
• Minimally 5 years of experience as a legal secretary in an Intellectual Property & Technology department
• Attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a commitment to meet deadlines
• Conversant with Microsoft Office Applications, with a willingness to learn new technology
• Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English
• A team player with good interpersonal skills

If you possess the above and would like to be part of a progressive and responsible team, we welcome you to put in your application with us.

For more information on our Firm, please visit our website at www.allenandgledhill.com.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

• 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.

About the Role

This role will be responsible for directly assisting an assigned group of local attorneys in addition to providing global team support with a variety of administrative responsibilities, while working in a global team environment with a real-time work ticketing system (ServiceNow). This role will be located in our Singapore office.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include:

• Daily time entry, expense reimbursement, calendaring and scheduling, managing/editing documents, and travel arrangements
• Proactively learning internal systems and processes to find innovative solutions to problems and requests
• Preserving the confidentiality of ours and our clients’ protected information
• Generating, editing, and posting client invoices

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Display professional communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, vendors, and staff throughout the firm
• Possess the ability to take initiative to work both independently and in a team environment with a customer service focus
• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and adapt to continuously evolving technology platforms

And have:

• Relevant prior professional experience in a legal or professional services environment

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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Gathering client’s project technical requirements and preparing invention documentation.
• Preparing and filing patent or trademark applications up to grant.
• Conducting prior art searches, reviewing specifications, search and examination reports.
• Docketing, monitoring deadlines and managing reminders to ensure timely follow-up actions.
• Handling clients’ email enquiries and following-up with Official Authorities on application status.
• 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 Engineering.
• Proficiency in English and Chinese written and verbal communication.
• Resourceful and willing to learn with positive can-do attitude.
• Experience or knowledge in patent is a plus but not a prerequisite as training will be provided.
• Mature individuals willing to learn and reskill for career conversion are welcome.

Interested applicants please submit your resume indicating your last drawn salary, expected salary and reason for leaving to [email protected].

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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Responsiblities

Under the supervision of qualified patent attorneys to perform the following:

• Drafting, filing, and prosecution of patent applications in Singapore, China, US, PCT and other countries;
• Patent portfolio management
• Freedom-To-Operate search and analysis;
• Patentability search and analysis;
• Patent document translation (for candidates proficient in a second language)

Requirement

• Engineering or Science Degree(s) preferably in the following fields: Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Materials Science;
• With stronge interests and commitments in developing a career in the patent attorney profession;
• Able and willing to work independently and proactively and under pressure;
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written;
• Preferably fluent in both English and Chinese at a professional level, e.g., able to read and write technical documents in both languages;
• Working experience in relevant fields an addded advantage, e.g., in the IP service sector, R&D, Technical support, and/or manufacturing.

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.

• Manage full set of accounts
• Bank reconciliation, management reports, financial Statements, GST submissions
• Liaise with auditing/secretarial firms for annual audits, annual returns and tax matters
• Able to use Quickbooks or other accounting systems
• Manage payroll, CPF contributions, IRAS matters
• Manage employee records and expense claims
• Recruitment including employment contracts, sourcing for candidates, work pass matters
• Admin of general and HR insurance
• General admin on leasing, licensing and liaising with contractors

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.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
ROC No.: 199706961E | EA Licence No.: 03C5451
EA Registration No.: R1985549 ShiHua Goh

• 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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Come use your extensive legal experience to provide legal support for the quickly growing Asia Pacific (APAC) region. The Red Hat Commercial Legal team is looking for a Senior Commercial Attorney to join us in Singapore. In this role, you will report to the Senior Manager of the Red Hat Commercial Legal Group in APAC and work on a globally distributed team within the Red Hat Commercial Legal team to support Red Hat customer and partner transactions and procurement activities in structuring, negotiating, and closing contracts. You’ll need to have excellent communication skills to interact with internal and external business clients while addressing complex issues in an accurate, clear, and thorough manner. As a Senior Commercial Attorney, you’ll also need to have passion for technology, excellent problem-solving skills, and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate master services and software subscription agreements, professional services agreements and statements of work (SoWs), and partner agreements for resellers, distributors, system integrators (SIs), independent original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), independent software vendors (ISVs), and cloud providers
• Educate customers about open source development and licensing, including Red Hat’s subscription business model
• Support and coach our regional sales teams
• Work with product, finance, and operations teams to develop negotiation strategies and resolve contractual issues
• Assist with the development of new Red Hat’s offerings, programs, and contract templates
• Participate in compliance initiatives, including training internal customers on legal and contracting policies or issues, including ethics and anti-corruption issues

Required Skills

• 8+ years of relevant professional experience, including in-house experience is a plus;
• Bachelor of Law or higher degree in law from Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, U.K. or other Commonwealth jurisdictions;
• Experience in working in Australia and New Zealand a plus;
• Fluent legal drafting skills in English;
• Practical experience in software or IT services contract negotiations; solid knowledge of commercial and contract law; experience with open source technology is a plus;
• Experience representing multinational companies (MNCs);
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with good attention to detail;
• Ability to work on your own, prioritize, and follow through on multiple, concurrent, and often competing deliverables while managing expectations of the business and meeting deadlines;
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively and earn trust and confidence with associates at many different levels;
• Ability to work as a legal team member in a scalable and accountable manner, demonstrating flexibility and personal accountability;
• Ability to manage responsibilities with an appropriate sense of urgency

Job Description & Requirements

Job Scope:-

- Rendering secretarial and administrative support for the filing and registration of patent applications.

- Collation of material, preparation of documents, letters, emails and billing.

-Entry and tracking of official deadlines.

-Preparation and submission of official documents.

-Files management for patent applications.

-Scanning and printing of documents.

Requirements:

-Candidates should have at least an "O" level with credit in English and fresh Diploma graduates arewelcome to apply.

-Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office and in the English language (both oral and written).

-Training will be provided.

-Candidates with relevant experience will be given preferential consideration.

-Possess good administrative and organizational skills.

-Meticulous.

-Ability to work independently.-Willingness to learn.

-Singaporean or PR holder preferred.

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

• Preparing official forms for filing of new applications
• Generating file numbers
• Data entry
• Opening physical files
• Monitor deadlines & prepare reminders to clients on upcoming deadlines
• Generate payment vouchers and invoices
• General administrative duties including photocopying, faxing and dispatch
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Diploma in any discipline/ GCE 'A' level/ GCE 'O' level/ GCE ‘N’ level/ Higher Nitec in Office Skills
• Minimum 1 year of clerical or administrative experience
• Good interpersonal and communications skills
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• IT savvy and proficient in MS Office

OTHER POSITIONS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE.

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for more information.

Kindly email us your detailed resume in MS Word format only, stating full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salaries.

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

• 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 1-2 years of experience. Applicants without working experience may also apply.
• 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]

BASICS:

Monthly

Respond and resolve Tenant requests / feedback /adhoc issues

Liaise with service providers/contractors / property agents

Organise the quarterly and bi-monthly AC service, lift maintenance, electrical license, water tank cleaning etc

Managing a Master sheet of Property Maintenance Schedule on each properties

Updating Rental Schedule for Properties

Monitoring Receivables (rentals) and Payable (expenses) for property company

Compile the receivables and payables to Accountant

Prepare and or check Tenant’s monthly invoices

Communication through Emails/WhatsApp / Phone calls / meetings

Compiling/Filings emails and bills on a daily/weekly/monthly basis

Prepare Tenancy agreements new and renewal leases

Adhoc - Renew Workers Work Permit, road tax renewal

About The Role

• Singapore’s market for IP services continues to enjoy significant growth thanks to the country's status as an IP Hub, changes to the Patents Act and the availability of Government and private funding.
• To meet this demand, we are looking for attorneys qualified in Singapore, UK, Europe, Australia or New Zealand, preferably with at least one year's post-qualification experience.
• Initially, the successful candidate will be working with the partners and professional staff to manage existing clients. Over time, the candidate will be expected to build their practice which will include participating in the firm’s business development activities to strengthen our domestic and regional client base further.

About You

• We welcome dynamic and personable candidates to join our friendly and supportive working environment and contribute to the fast growing IP scene in Singapore. The successful candidate is encouraged to qualify as a Singapore patent attorney and the firm will offer assistance in achieving this goal. Depending on your professional qualifications and subject to receiving appropriate exemptions, this may involve passing only the qualifying examination in Knowledge of Patent Law and Patent Practice in Singapore.

About Us

Marks & Clerk Singapore LLP is part of the international Marks & Clerk Group with 20 offices worldwide. We have won the Managing Intellectual Property award for ‘Singapore Prosecution Firm of the Year’ for five out of the past six years, being credited for the quality of our work. We are listed in the top tier for patent and trade mark work in Managing Intellectual Property’s IP Stars guide and Asia IP’s annual survey. Our patent practice is also consistently listed in the top tier of the Asia Legal Business IP rankings and IAM Patent 1000. Most recently, our office obtained the highest number of ranked individuals in the IAM Patent 1000 rankings for Singapore, with 2 of our Partners also listed in the IAM Global Leaders Guide.

We are delighted to be recognised by IAM as the “Singapore Patent Firm of the Year 2019” at its inaugural Global IP Awards, which is a further testament to our leadership position in Singapore. The IAM Patent 1000 2020 guide says we are “a clear market leader in the country’s patent prosecution sphere” and that the Marks & Clerk Singapore team “has come to be known for its high quality, responsiveness and understanding of clients’ needs.”

More Info on Becoming a Patent Attorney

Further information about training to be a Patent Attorney can be found on the following websites:

The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore Website: https://www.ipos.gov.sg/

• Preparing official forms for filing of new applications
• Generating file numbers
• Data entry
• Opening physical files
• Monitor deadlines & prepare reminders to clients on upcoming deadlines
• Generate payment vouchers and invoices
• General administrative duties including photocopying, faxing and dispatch
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Diploma in any discipline/ GCE 'A' level/ GCE 'O' level/ GCE ‘N’ level/ Higher Nitec in Office Skills
• Minimum 1 year of clerical or administrative experience
• Good interpersonal and communications skills
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• IT savvy and proficient in MS Office

OTHER POSITIONS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE.

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for more information.

Kindly email us your detailed resume in MS Word format only, stating full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salaries.

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