Job Scope:

• Prosecuting and maintaining patent applications outside of Singapore.
• Preparing official documents for submission to foreign patent offices and clients.
• Calculating and monitoring deadlines.
• Providing simple patent-related advice including cost estimates to clients.
• Ad-hoc tasks.

Requirements:

• Good academic credentials (minimum diploma and above) and good communication skills in English (both written and spoken) are a must. Candidates who may not have the specified educational qualifications but who possess relevant experience are welcome.
• Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft Office.
• Good word processing and typing skills.
• Hardworking and self-motivated.
• A good team player who can work independently and under pressure.
• Good time management and able to prioritize work well.
• Able to put in extra time if needed for any urgent work.
• Able to multi-task and deal with high volumes of work whilst working in a fast-paced environment when necessary.
• Have an eye for details.
• Fresh entrants into the industry and candidates without experience are welcome to apply. Such candidates should be willing to learn, be meticulous with details and record/data entry, and able to work with deadlines.
• A qualification in Intellectual Property Law will be advantageous but not required.