IP Assistant (f/m/d)

Dennemeyer Africa (Pty) Ltd is seeking an Intellectual Property Assistant who is keen to work in a dynamic team. Whilst the post is primarily a trademarks assistant post the incumbent will also be required to provide assistance within the patents practice. The incumbent must have a thirst for knowledge and be keen to learn and grow across both practice functionalities. The tasks assigned to the role will include predominantly the following but not be limited necessarily to the same given business needs of the business from time to time.
 

Your Responsibilities 

• Opening files on Diams iQ
• Performing data checks
• Taking instructions from the attorneys and attending to the same
• Verifying instructions
• Preparing power of Attorney Forms and Official Forms for review, signature and lodgement before Intellectual Property Offices (IPOs)
• Preparing quotes
• Preparing and sending invoices
• Bank reconciliation of PTO and official fees account
• Liaising with agents
• Managing diaries
• Trademark renewal and recordal management in all aspects with oversight from the responsible attorney
• Preparing new trade mark applications
• Jointly assisting with trademark filings, prosecution and litigation
• Liaising, building and maintaining relationships with the IPOs on all current matters
• Providing assistance for patent annuity matters
• Providing backup for all aspects of the patent practice
• Preparing responses to trade mark official actions
• General office administration

Your Profile

• A professional or technical diploma or qualification in any field (an IP diploma or related course would be advantageous).
• Computer literacy, including MS Word, Powerpoint and especially Excel (advanced) is a must
• Good soft skills, including good communication
• A proactive attitude
• Service oriented towards our clients and colleagues
• The ability to follow a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and to suggest improvements and participate in the streamlining of the operational processes
• Fluent command of English

Join and grow with us!

• Develop and customize your long-time career within a fast growing multinational company
• Enjoy working in multicultural teams and contribute to a diverse and international working environment
• Organize your lifestyle with flexible working hours
• Take the opportunity to act independently and entrepreneurial in your area of responsibility and profit from flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Celebrate success together as one team at our various corporate events
• Attend a tailor-made onboarding program as well as individual training & development opportunities
• Contribute through your personality and your daily work to make an impact on our business, corporate culture, society and environment

Dennemeyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Dennemeyer does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.