IP Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Shook Lin & Bok LLP, a leading Singapore law firm, is looking for a meticulous and well-organised individual to join us as an IP Administrative Assistant.

Requirements

- Possesses a competent command of the English language, both written and spoken.

- Demonstrates strong computer literacy skills (in MSOffice applications such as MSWord, MSOutlook, and MSExcel) with the ability to quickly learn and effectively utilize IP management software. Familiarity with IP management systems, such as DIAMS, Foundation IP, or Patricia is a plus.

- Experience in handling intellectual property filings via IPOS Digital Hub and the World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) is a plus.

- An adaptable and good-natured person who is self-motivated and goal-oriented.

- A minimum of two years of relevant experience is required.

Responsibilities

- Provide timely and accurate cost estimates to clients related to IP prosecution matters (patents, trade marks & designs, both local and foreign).

- Manage clients IP records, ensuring they are up-to-date and well-organized, and preparing status reports.

- Assisting with the filing and prosecution of IP applications both locally and overseas, including preparation of documents related to IP filings, renewals, and recordals with IPOS and WIPO.

- Track and manage deadlines related to the clients IP portfolios (patents, trademarks, designs, both local and foreign).

- Assist with the preparation of correspondence and standard reports in relation to clients IP portfolios (patents, trademarks, designs, both local and foreign).

- Managing day-to-day administrative matters and administering IP portfolios (patents, trademarks & designs, both local and foreign)