Job Description

Job Title: Trademark Records Assistant

Job #: 16850

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Location: Toronto

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000

Benefits: Excellent benefits

Remote Flexibility: Hybrid remote flexibility

Client Profile

Our client, a reputable Toronto firm is currently looking for a Trademark Records Assistant. This firm has an excellent culture and a lot of career development opportunities.

- Leading law firm providing a full range of Intellectual Property expertise and related services.

            - Frequently nominated for awards and top rankings in major legal directories and surveys.

- Office conveniently located in Toronto's Financial District!

Duties and Responsibilities:

-           Provide support to professionals specializing in prosecution, opposition, and regulatory work.         

-           Manage routine inquiries and administrative responsibilities, including but not limited to, email and calendar management, preparing expense reports, and processing of accounts;

-           Prepare retainer letters;

-           Open new trademark files and preparing applications;

-           Manage trademark portfolios;

-           Respond to and follow-up with clients and the CIPO;

-           Perform billing responsibilities;

-           Prepare status reports and assist professionals with ad hoc projects;

-           Monitor and respond to deadlines and other time sensitive matters;

-           Assist IP team as required; and

-           Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

-           1+ year’s relevant patent and trademark experience;

-           Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate or Law Clerk Degree;

-           Experience in Trademark prosecution;

-           Proficiency with MS Office software; (Word, Excel); and

-           Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

How To Apply:

Kindly email your MS Word resume to kentreg@kentlegal.com, and quote Opportunity #16850 in the subject line of your email. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please get in touch with your recruitment consultant.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be invited for a meeting. Continue to visit our website at www.kentlegal.com for new employment opportunities.