IP Assistant Intern (f/m/d)

Dennemeyer Africa is looking for an enthusiastic team player to join their support term as an intern on a 1 year contract to learn and grow in the world of intellectual property (IP) law. No prior experience necessary just a can-do attitude. A paralegal diploma or training towards obtaining a paralegal diploma would be advantageous.

• Take and execute instructions provided by attorneys and the head of paralegals

• Assist with standard office administration

• Open and manage files

• Create and send invoices to clients

• Collate documents for lodgement at the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission

• Attend to Patent office deliveries

• Collate letters patent documents

• Attend to annuity and renewal payments

• Report to client on the issuance of processed documents, acceptance, grant and of registration certificates

• Following up with the patent office on outstanding documents.

• Perform data checks

• Matric certificate-paralegal training completed or underway would be an advantage

• Excellent computer literacy including outlook, MS word and MS excel 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and track deadlines

• Good soft skills, including good communication and attention to details

• 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, any additional language is considered as an asset

• 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.