Senior Trademark Paralegal
Continental
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇸🇰 Slovakia
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💰 €2,200 - €2,800 per month
Job Level
Senior
About the role
- Manage and protect one of the company’s global trademark portfolio, ensuring compliance with international trademark laws and supporting strategic brand protection initiatives.
- Oversee global trademark portfolio, including filings, renewals, oppositions, and cancellations.
- Conduct searches and provide risk assessments for new trademarks and product names.
- Manage infringement cases, oppositions, and disputes in collaboration with internal & external counsel.
- Advise business units on trademark strategy, brand protection, and risk mitigation.
- Maintain accurate trademark records in IP management systems, ensure data integrity, and generate reports for internal stakeholders.
- Ensure adherence to international trademark laws and company policies.
- Monitor costs and manage relationships with external law firms and service providers.
Requirements
- Educated as a patent assistant or trademark paralegal or comparable qualification.
- Additional certification in trademark law (e.g., Certified Trademark Attorney) is a plus.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in trademark law, preferably in an international company.
- Proven track record in managing global trademark portfolios and enforcement actions.
- Strong knowledge of trademark laws, treaties, and procedures worldwide.
- Familiarity with databases; strong data management and reporting skills.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Fluency in English & basic in German.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
trademark lawtrademark portfolio managementrisk assessmentdata managementreportingfilingsrenewalsoppositionscancellationsinfringement management
Soft skills
analytical skillsnegotiation skillscommunication skillsindependenceprioritizationstakeholder managementcross-functional collaboration
Certifications
Certified Trademark Attorney