UnitedLex India Private Limited (Erstwhile iRunway) is a data and professional services company delivering outcomes that create value for high-performing law firms and corporate legal departments in the areas of litigation and investigations, intellectual property, contracts, compliance, and legal operations.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Associate – Patent Preparation
Location:
Gurgaon/Bengaluru
Business Unit/Deal:
Intellectual Property – Managed Services
Reporting Structure:
Sr. Consultant – Prep & Pros
OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Patent Drafting specialist to join our dynamic team to handle expansive responsibilities related to our client’s patent portfolio. The primary day to day focus will be on drafting patent applications.
Candidates should have strengths in teamwork (internal and external stakeholders), quality control, and problem-solving. They must also have strong interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Candidates should be experienced in working autonomously/remotely from the team/stakeholders but open to seeking advice from senior team members when needed.
REQUIREMENTS:
- B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech. –Computer Science Engineering or Electronics & Communication Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Registered patent agent is a plus.
- LL.B. (Hons.) from a reputable law school, is a plus.
- At least 1 year of experience in preparing patent applications.
- Excellent understanding of US patent laws.
- Knowledge of EP and India laws is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with other professionals in the legal department and business teams.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and effectively manage competing priorities.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Detail-oriented with excellent judgment and analytical skills.
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks - dynamic, and action-orientated, which meets deadlines and makes it happen.
- Ability to work collaboratively with onsite and/or virtual global teams.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and related software programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drafting US provisional/non-provisional patent applications for filing.
- Understanding invention disclosures and preparing claims, figures, and detailed description.
- Supporting senior members of the team in their day-to-day activities.
- Performing other related activities as required.
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UnitedLex is a data and professional services company delivering outcomes that create value and competitive advantage for legal and the business. Our business is anchored by a passion for innovation brought to life by a global community of diverse individuals determined to deliver on the promise of data mastery, legal acumen, and human ingenuity.