IP Paralegal (trade mark focus) for confectionery leader

Our client, a confectionery leader, located near Findel is seeking an experienced paralegal to join its team for Intellectual Property matters on a temporary basis (1 year approximately with potential for extension). This role offers a great opportunity to work within an international and dynamic confectionery company in the fields of intellectual property, with a particular focus on trade marks, designs and copyrights. If you love the childlike happiness, you will love working here!

LHH Recruitment Solutions offers extensive HR solutions through one unique brand. We are specialised in the employment of middle and top management and highly qualified professionals in contracting temporary and permanent placement. At LHH Recruitment Solutions, we believe in talent, not labels, and embrace diversity and promote more inclusive employment to our clients and partners.

Your Responsibilities:

• Support in IP prosecution activities, including handling IP enforcement matters, analyzing infringement scenarios, reviewing warning letters, and taking necessary actions for trade marks, design and copyright.
• Assist in product review and approval processes, providing legal advice under the supervision of the IP counsel.
• Conduct trademark and design clearances, preparing detailed reports for business units across multiple jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with external counsel network to manage all IP prosecution and enforcement-related work, with a strong focus on trade marks, designs and copyrights.
• Manage docketing processes, maintain IP databases, and ensure proper tracking of invoices related to IP matters.
• Establish, monitor, and manage internal and external deadlines to ensure smooth project execution.
• Assist in the management and drafting of contracts as required by IP counsel.
• Draft presentations for internal teams and external stakeholders on relevant IP matters.
• Support project coordination and provide assistance to IP counsel in various IP, marketing, and licensing-related projects.
• Assist the IP team in various other IP-related tasks and marketing or licensing projects as needed.

Your Profile: 

• Strong experience in Intellectual Property law, including trade mark prosecution and enforcement.
• Proven ability to manage and maintain IP databases and docketing systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a timely manner.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for drafting legal documents and liaising with external counsel.
• Previous experience in working in trade marks in private practice is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

To include yourself in this recruitment process; to find out more information about this role; or to discuss other career opportunities we have available, please contact Elif Ozdemir as soon as possible - CONFIDENTIALITY ASSURED.

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