Debiopharm

Paralegal

• We are seeking an experienced and proactive **IP Paralegal** to become the central owner of our IP operations and docketing system. This role is the backbone of our IP department, overseeing the full lifecycle and ensuring the integrity of our global patent portfolio (approximately 90% of the role) and supporting our trademark portfolio (up to 10%).
• Manage the IP docketing and document management systems, ensuring accurate data and timely tracking of critical deadlines.
• Handle e-fillings and correspondence with EPO (myEPO) and WIPO (ePCT) and prepare required formal documents (POAs, Assignments, IDS).
• Coordinate with foreign counsel for national phase entries, Paris Convention filings, EP validations and subsequent prosecution.
• Manage trademark filings, prosecution, renewals, and availability searches across CH, EUIPO, and WIPO.
• Supervise annuity and renewal payments for patents and trademarks.
• Provide operational and financial support (invoice review, budget input, signature coordination).
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency across IP operations.

Intellectual Property Paralegal