Address
Form of workLocation: Sydney
Contract Type: Permanent
MinterEllison is one of Australia's largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history. We're known for our legal and consulting expertise - and for our inclusive and authentic character.
Our purpose is to create sustainable value with our clients, people and communities. That means we have a proud history of providing excellence to clients, nurturing our people and giving back to the communities in which we live and work.
We value excellence, curiosity and collaboration. Clients rely on us for our responsive, commercial approach. Our clients include government departments and agencies, private and publicly listed companies, and small and large businesses in Australia and overseas.
As a highly valued employee we will also provide you with a wide range of benefits. To view our benefits, please copy this link into your browser https://www.minterellison.com/-/media/Minter-Ellison/Files/Careers/Employee-Benefits-Brochure-2023.ashx
Your role
A great opportunity currently exists for a Trade Mark Paralegal to join us. In this role you will work across the national Intellectual Property team on a full-time basis. You will play a crucial role in supporting our trade mark attorneys in all aspects of trade mark prosecution and portfolio management.
The ideal candidate will already have experience in a similar role or be an experienced trade mark assistant/secretary looking to develop their career in trade mark prosecution work.
What you need
We welcome applications from candidates with:
- Experience in conducting trade mark availability and IP due diligence searches
- Assist attorneys in preparing quotes, and trade mark applications and official correspondence for filing at local and foreign Trade Mark Offices
- Manage global trade mark portfolios including liaising with local counsel to file and maintain trade marks
- Knowledge of current trade mark practice and procedure
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Exceptional time management and organisational skills
- Driven and takes ownership in their work
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment
- Provide general administrative support and assist the team as required.
Why MinterEllison
We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership - all with no minimum tenure.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ people and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
How to apply
We prefer to connect with people directly, so please submit your CV by clicking on the 'Apply' button. We encourage all applications, including if you do not meet the criteria listed for the role. Your application will also enable us to consider you for other opportunities that may be available at MinterEllison.
If you would like further information, require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or for a confidential discussion, please contact **************@minterellison.com.
