Total 4 Fresh/Entry Level transaction attorney job vacancies 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

About the role

Due to the growing demand for technology protection in Singapore and regionally, our team in Singapore is currently looking for Electrical / Electrical & Electronics / Mechanical Engineers/ Physics to train as Patent Attorneys.

Candidates will be considered for a Patent Engineer position and will have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Physics. A PhD or Master’s degree or an equivalent amount of related work experience will be viewed very favorably. More importantly, candidates must exhibit strong English Language communication skills (both written and oral) and the capacity for understanding diverse technologies.

The role will involve all aspects of patent work including the drafting, filing and prosecution of patent applications in Singapore and abroad.

Successful candidates will receive training and development towards achieving the coveted professional status of a Singapore Registered Patent Attorney with very attractive remuneration at qualification level. Accordingly, candidates must be ready to make a long-term commitment (typically at least 4-5 years) to study outside of typical office hours to pass the necessary examinations to qualify as a Patent Attorney.

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidates.

How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements and are keen to take up these challenges, you are invited to send us your detailed resume using the link below.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job purpose:

An exciting opportunity for a Graduate Trainee to gain broad experience across Trade Finance and Cash Management (TFCM) to develop a complete skill set as a foundation for a Transaction Banking management career.

This 18-month Graduate Trainee program is designed for recent Graduates and applicants must have graduated within the past 12 months. Strong performance can lead to final placement in areas of Sales or Strategy/Business Management – subject to business requirements, and candidate performance during rotations / projects in these areas:

(i) Strategy and Business Management

Support the Regional Head and Local Head of Trade Finance and Cash Management in the development and implementation of the business Strategy for Asia and Singapore. Specific tasks will be involved in Strategy and target setting, initiative tracking and working with Sales/Operations teams across the region in implementation.

Develop a multi-country and comprehensive view of the business, and an understanding of market, client and regulatory trends.

(ii) Sales

Support of Sales Specialists in the overall communication with the customer and stakeholders within the organisation.

Assistance to Sales Specialists in preparation of client meetings by compiling internet research on customer and information from internal systems e.g., prepare Terms & Conditions, presentations / pitch decks.

Support in customer meetings, producing minutes and helping with any follow-up.

Independent organization and support in preparation of internal and external events and meetings.

Support the Head in planning, strategizing, implementation, execution, and reporting tasks.

Compliance with the local laws and provisions (amongst other things, regulatory requirements, labour law, tax and commercial law), as well as the relevant internal regulations of Commerzbank.

Key activities:

Strategy and Business Management

• Supporting the Regional Head in executing the business development strategy, mining data to enable controlling and make meaningful adjustments.
• Supporting regional projects, internal and external audits, and assist in various governance functions.

Sales

• Supporting the sales team within the sales process, e.g., research and compilation of market, competitor, and potential analysis as well as product information (in complex cases).
• Independently solving of customer requests in taking the bank’s economical requirements, rules and regulations as well as compliance related tasks into consideration.
• Coordination of customer appointments with existing and potential corporate customers upon request of the sales team.
• Supporting marketing initiatives and customer events together with the sales team.
• Assisting the sales team in processing trade finance and cash management transactions for customers.
• Monitor clients’ business and operations at all levels on a timely and ongoing basis to ensure business opportunities are followed up and for thorough credit and financial crime risk monitoring.
• Uploading, maintaining and finalizing pipeline inputs and acknowledging market trends.

Formal education/Specialist knowledge (work experience, further qualification)

• Recent graduate with not more than 1 year of professional work experience (excluding internships)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Finance/Social Science with GPA 3.5/5 & 3.2/4.

Description of specifications with regards to work profiles:

• Willingness to learn, be part of a dynamic team and make an impact and achieve results
• Proactive & self-initiated quick learner, able to adapt quickly
• Team player & good interpersonal skills
• Strong sense of responsibility & integrity
• Client centric & service oriented
• Ability to work under pressure & deliver high quality output
• Meticulous & Strong communicator

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