Patent Paralegal
On-siteBoxmeer, North Brabant, The Netherlands
Job Summary
Manage JBT Marel's worldwide IP portfolio by processing and docketing incoming correspondence from IP agents and offices, monitoring critical deadlines, and organizing annuity payments. Administer patent and trademark software systems to enter and check acquired portfolio data while ensuring compliance with industry best practices. Collaborate with in-house attorneys, external agents, and national patent offices to file applications (NL, EP, PCT) and fulfill global legal requirements. Assist in defining the department roadmap, organize internal patent meetings, and create screening materials for divisions. Maintain accurate records of legal documentation and manage the department workload to ensure timely case management.
Required Qualifications
- Strong understanding of the global legal patent process
- Ability to effectively communicate with attorneys and division management
- Ability to organize
- Ability to use various software systems to manage the IP portfolio
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Critical attention to detail
- Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
- Strong organizational and computer skills
- Excellent language skills in English
Desired Qualifications
- Other languages
- Paralegal certificate
- Experience with and comfort working in a multi-cultural, multi-discipline organization
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