Description & Requirements
We are looking for a Paralegal to join our Intellectual Property (Patents & Trademarks) team, ideally a Law graduate with a strong interest or postgraduate training in Industrial Property.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
- Law degree.
- Postgraduate studies in Industrial Property (Patents & Trademarks) will be highly valued.
- 3-5 years of previous experience in a law firm and/or official institutions related to Industrial Property.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Proactive and adaptable attitude.
- Strong technical and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality service to internal and external clients.
- International exposure or mindset will be considered an asset.
By all means, all eligible applicants must:
- Have a high level of English, both written and spoken.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist lawyers in the day-to-day management of trademark and patent portfolios, both at a local and international level.
- Prepare and manage filings, renewals, oppositions, and other prosecution procedures before national and international IP offices.
- Liaise with official institutions (e.g. patent and trademark offices) and external agents to ensure timely processing of matters.
- Monitor and manage deadlines, ensuring compliance with all procedural requirements.
- Conduct legal and administrative research in relation to Industrial Property matters.
- Draft and review standard correspondence and documentation, including applications, reports, and client communications.
- Maintain and update IP databases and records, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.
- Support due diligence processes by reviewing IP portfolios and related documentation.
- Coordinate with internal teams and international offices on cross-border IP matters.
- Provide general administrative and organisational support to ensure efficient case management.
- Ensure all work is delivered with a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and client service.
To Apply
At Baker McKenzie we welcome direct applications.
Please click on the Apply icon to start the online application process for this role. We will then be in touch with you once we have reviewed your application.
For more information about this position or to discuss any adjustments you may require during the process please contact Victoria de la Calle, Recruitment Manager Victoria.delacalle@Bakermckenzie.com.
About us
At Baker & McKenzie, we are different in the way we think, work and behave. Like no other firm and few other businesses. With more than 12.000 professionals in 70 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level.
Baker & McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm and a distinctive way of thinking, working and behaving - as a passionately global and genuinely collaborative firm.
Additional Information
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Baker McKenzie has a culture of diversity and inclusion in its DNA – since our beginning, the differences of our people have helped us to work fluently across borders, cultures and practices. This is intrinsic to everything we do and underpins Baker McKenzie's vision to be the global law firm of choice. We understand that organisations work best when people with different backgrounds and points of view are brought together. We also know people perform at their best when they can be themselves at work. Baker McKenzie is committed to serving our clients with innovative solutions brought about by a diverse talent pool and an inclusive community.
Requisition ID: 3180
Posting Date: 20-Jul-2026
Location Type: Office/Onsite
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time