Location: Hosur or Noida, India
Global Water Solutions (GWS), one of the world’s leading manufacturers of pressure vessels, water enhancement and smart tap products, is looking for an organised, detail-oriented and proactive International IP & Contracts Paralegal to support our growing international business.
As GWS continues to expand globally, we are looking for an experienced professional to take ownership of the day-to-day administration and coordination of our international trademark portfolio, alongside contract and NDA management.
Working closely with GWS management, internal departments and external legal advisers across multiple jurisdictions, you will ensure our intellectual property is properly protected, legal documentation is accurately maintained and important deadlines, renewals and contractual obligations are effectively managed.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with IP and legal administration experience who enjoys working independently and coordinating international legal matters within a dynamic global business.
Key responsibilities
Intellectual Property & Trademark Management
- Maintain and manage GWS's global trademark register, covering ownership, registrations, classes, territories, status, deadlines, renewals, legal advisers and associated costs.
- Coordinate trademark filings through BOIP and the WIPO Madrid System, working with regional law firms on direct national applications where required.
- Manage trademark renewals, assignments, recordals and evidence-of-use requirements.
- Prepare and coordinate powers of attorney, declarations of authority, approval letters, filing instructions, supporting evidence and translations.
- Monitor office actions and provisional refusals, coordinating responses with internal stakeholders and external legal advisers, ensuring legal and commercial decisions are escalated appropriately and deadlines are met.
- Coordinate preliminary trademark searches and trademark watch notices with external counsel and relevant business teams.
- Maintain accurate filing records and provide a monthly management dashboard covering portfolio status, upcoming deadlines, risks and legal expenditure.
Contracts & Legal Administration
- Conduct initial reviews of contracts and NDAs using approved templates and guidelines, identifying deviations and referring substantive legal issues to qualified legal counsel.
- Manage the complete NDA process for suppliers and customers, including preparation from approved templates, internal approvals, signatures, document storage and expiry or renewal tracking.
- Maintain organised contract records and confidentiality documentation.
- Coordinate legal documentation and approvals with GWS management and internal departments, including Marketing, Finance and HR.
- Liaise with GWS legal colleagues and external lawyers across Taiwan, China, the United States, Luxembourg/Benelux and other international jurisdictions.
Requirements & experience
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Legal Studies, Business Law or a related discipline. A paralegal or intellectual property qualification would be an advantage.
- Approximately 3–7 years of relevant experience in trademark administration, intellectual property portfolio management, legal operations, contract administration or within an IP law firm.
- Practical knowledge of BOIP, WIPO/Madrid System filings, trademark classifications, renewals, office actions and provisional refusals is strongly preferred.
- Experience coordinating with international law firms, trademark agents and external legal advisers.
- Strong English drafting and communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- Highly organised, discreet and capable of independently managing multiple deadlines across different jurisdictions.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and document management systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external advisers across different countries and time zones.
Why join GWS?
At GWS, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of an important international function within a growing global business. Working closely with senior management and legal professionals across multiple countries, you will play a key role in protecting GWS's intellectual property and supporting its international commercial activities.
We offer a dynamic and friendly working environment where initiative, accountability and collaboration are valued. This is an opportunity to develop your international IP and legal operations expertise while making a meaningful contribution to the business.
How to Apply:
- Please visit the Global Water Solutions company website, go to the careers section, and apply for the position through our BambooHR platform. https://globalwater.bamboohr.com/careers/
Last, but not least, if you’re curious to learn more about Global Water Solutions, feel free to visit our company website and LinkedIn page linked below.
Global Water Solutions
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, Business Law, or a related discipline
- Approximately 3–7 years of relevant experience in trademark administration, IP portfolio management, legal operations, contract administration, or an IP law firm
- Practical knowledge of BOIP and WIPO Madrid System filings, trademark classifications, renewals, office actions, and provisional refusals
- Experience coordinating with international law firms, trademark agents, and external legal advisers
- Strong English drafting and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to independently manage multiple deadlines across jurisdictions
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and document management systems
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues and external advisers across countries and time zones
- Paralegal or intellectual property qualification
What We Do
Global Water reducing the demand on natural water aquifers by reclaiming and reusing residential waste water.
