IP Executive / IP Assistant Manager / IP Manager /IP Lawyer

Job Title:

IP Executive / IP Assistant Manager / IP Manager

Occupation:

Intellectual Property Counsel

Job Description & Requirements:

Job Responsibilities:

IP Advisory & Prosecution:

• Manage clients’ trademark portfolios, including filing, prosecuting, and maintaining trademark applications up to grant.
• Coordinate international trademark filings and ensure compliance with global IP regulations, with particular focus on China.
• Advise clients on IP strategies, courses of action, and associated costs.
• Review Examination Reports and draft responses to Office Actions.
• Conduct trademark searches and provide clear, actionable opinions to clients.
• Update, maintain, and monitor deadlines for file-related matters.
• Generate standard correspondence, draft invoices, and handle ad hoc tasks.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Business Development:

• Actively support and drive business development initiatives targeting the Chinese market, strengthening relationships with Chinese-speaking clients and associates.
• Identify, initiate, and pursue business opportunities in Greater China, including organizing events, webinars, or collaborations with local IP firms to increase the firm’s market visibility.
• Participate in marketing activities to promote the firm’s IP services.
• Travel as needed for client meetings, industry events, or cross-border collaboration, particularly related to the Chinese market.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Law or completion of the Certificate of Intellectual Property (GCIP) course. Postgraduate qualifications (e.g., law degree) or relevant industry experience are advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in trademark prosecution. Experience or familiarity with the Chinese trademark system, including working knowledge of CNIPA processes, would be highly advantageous.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written) is required. Fluency in Chinese (Mandarin) is highly preferred to support multilingual client engagements.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, particularly with experience engaging stakeholders based in China.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with IP portfolio management systems (e.g., WebTMS, IPfolio, DIAMS) is preferred.
• Resourceful problem-solver with a collaborative mindset and positive attitude.
• Interest in contributing to practice growth and client relationship management.

Career Opportunities:

• Clear pathway to leadership roles.
• Opportunities to engage in regional and international IP practice development, particularly within the Greater China region.
• Collaborate closely with teams in Jakarta and report to Singaporean management.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit:

• Current and expected salary details.
• Notice period availability.