Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

• The IP Team's strategic expansion and increased demand from clients has created new opportunities across the practice for ambitious Trade Mark Paralegals seeking to grow their career and make an impact.
• We are seeking to review applications from CITMA qualified Trade Mark Paralegals.

THE BRANDS & DESIGNS GROUP
Addleshaw Goddard (AG) is an international law firm which has established itself as a premier provider of global brand management services, catering to a diverse clientele across various sectors with the maintenance and enforcement of their trade marks worldwide. Our expertise encompasses a comprehensive suite of services including the management of UK and global trade mark portfolios for notable clients such as Stella McCartney, Atom Bank, Harrods, Kickers International, MoneySuperMarket, MSI Reproductive Choices, Simplyhealth Group, and Travelodge Hotels.
We also specialise in global trade mark monitoring, conducting searches, clearing new trade marks, and handling the filing and prosecution of trade mark applications both within the UK and internationally. Additionally, our team adeptly navigates third party trade mark disputes, including oppositions and cancellation actions, and oversees the renewal and other maintenance tasks of trade mark registrations, ensuring our clients' assets are protected and leveraged effectively.WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS ROLE
We seek candidates with a proven track record in handling trade mark portfolios of varying sizes across diverse industries, with expertise in filing and prosecuting trade marks both in the UK and internationally.
The role is ideal for Trade Mark Paralegals who are well-versed in all facets of the management of global trade mark portfolios. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Proficiency in online research and familiarity with online trade mark search databases.
• Drafting and overseeing both domestic and international trade mark applications.
• Analysing and responding to official communications from, for example, trade mark offices, and advising clients accordingly, including the management of billing.
• Handling the renewal and ongoing maintenance of trademarks.
• Real prospects for growth and career progression as you take on market-leading national work supported by a strong team of subject matter experts.
• Continuous self-development is valued, and you will be encouraged to engage with formal training programmes (whether technical or skills based) and to draw on mentoring, coaching and leadership development programmes available to you.

YOUR AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
For this position, the successful candidate will need:

• Experience gained either in a private practice or an in-house setting.
• A commitment to fostering a high-performance culture through clear goal-setting, open feedback, and a focus on development and recognition.
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to demystify legal jargon for non-legal professionals in a clear, concise manner via phone and digital platforms.
• Proficiency in computer use, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• A proactive approach to tasks with a willingness to take the initiative to ensure project completion.
• An organised, detail-focused mindset, ensuring accuracy and consistency in work.
• The capacity to handle a high volume of complex tasks, effectively manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and facilitate coordination among various stakeholders.

OUR FIRM
Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are valued, encouraged, and challenged to fulfil your potential in a supportive and collegiate environment. Our culture of improvement, growth and collaboration delivers results, drives innovation, and rewards ambition.
We not only provide technical excellence and experience but, crucially, demonstrate real insight into our clients and what really matters to them and as such we are natural choice for FTSE100 clients and their equivalents in other markets.
Our success has been built by people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations, and perspectives. We have a number of employee networks that provide space to discuss the differences that make us who we are and celebrate this at AG.
OUR APPROACH: IMAGINE THE BEST YOU CAN BE
Everything we've accomplished can be traced back to our people and the way we work. Our reputation is something we are proud of, and constantly invest in.Here, you'll do high calibre work, with high-character colleagues who care for one another and our clients.
Are you up for the challenge?

Addleshaw Goddard