IP Manager / Assistant Manager (China Outbound – Business Development)

Key Requirements (must-have):

• 3+ years trademark prosecution experience
• Working proficiency in English; ability to communicate professionally with China-based clients/associates (spoken and written)
• Comfortable with business development / client-facing work

Job Responsibilities: This role is trademark-focused, with a strong China-outbound component (clients/associates in Greater China).

• 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.
• Support matter management and billing coordination as needed.

• 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.
• Occasional travel as needed for client meetings, industry events, or cross-border collaboration, particularly related to the Chinese market.

• Degree in Law or completion of the Certificate of Intellectual Property (GCIP) course. Postgraduate qualifications or relevant industry experience are advantageous.
• 3+ years of experience in trademark prosecution. Familiarity with the Chinese trademark system (CNIPA processes) is highly advantageous.
• Working proficiency in English (verbal and written) is required. Chinese proficiency is highly preferred to support multilingual client engagements.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, especially with stakeholders based in China.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work 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.

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

• Assistant Manager: 3–5 years
• Manager: 6+ years + proven client handling and BD support

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