Details of the Organization

Brainiac IP Solutions is a global expert in protecting, invalidating, and enforcing Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), including patents and inventions. They support domestic and international companies across various industries such as Automobiles, Industrial Technology, and Autonomous Vehicles. Their services include strategic R&D consulting and training to enhance innovation and maximize revenue generation.

Details of the Job/Internship

Brainiac IP Solutions is hiring for the position of Compliance Officer (Patent Paralegal) with 6 months- 1 year to join their office in Pune. 

Role and Responsibilities

• Manage the filing process for patents and design applications.
• Oversee all patent- and design-related activities.
• Maintain and monitor deadlines within the patent and design docketing system.
• Handle the filing of various patent types including provisional, complete, divisional, conventional, and PCT national phase applications.
• File responses to FERs (First Examination Reports), attend hearings, and manage renewals.
• Submit design-related responses and applications, including responses to FERs issued by the Design Office.
• Prepare and file a range of forms including Form 1, 3, 5, 18 (RFE), 18A, 25 (FFL), 26, and 27 (working statements).
• Manage the preparation and filing of PCT applications and submission of DAS codes, GPOA with WIPO.
• File DAS codes, certified copies, and assignments with the IPO.
• Coordinate patent filings in foreign jurisdictions and prepare relevant documentation.
• Track all patent-related deadlines on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• File NBA approval requests and report notices from WIPO or other patent offices.
• Monitor client patent portfolios, obtain approvals for renewals and working statements.
• Review documents thoroughly before filing and ensure no overlap in activities.
• Obtain and track quotations from foreign associates and maintain records.
• Prepare FER and hearing responses for design applications.
• Review received design documents and liaise with clients for necessary clarifications.
• Communicate directly with clients in urgent matters, especially in the absence of relevant team members.

Eligibility

• Sound knowledge of Patent Law, patent preparation, and application procedures.
• Experience in legal document preparation and patent prosecution.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks accurately.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and other basic software tools.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Paralegal Studies or Intellectual Property Law.
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of relevant experience is required.

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Application and Registration Details

After you apply, you will receive the next steps of the application process via email. 

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