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ABOUT GOWLING WLG

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm’s core values. We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

PROFILE

Reporting to the IP Supervisor (Trademarks), the IP Specialist performs a variety of administrative support related to the prosecution of and/or renewal and maintenance of Trademarks.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare routine and non-routine correspondence to be sent to CIPO, Foreign Associates and clients according to precedents and/or instructions from the professional, supervisor/manager or client.
• Coordinating the intake of portfolios into the firm.
• Provides overflow support to members of the IP Department across all offices.
• Provides support and mentoring to members of the IP Department across all offices.
• Liaising with officials at the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) and clients, on an as-need basis.
• Liaise between the IP Professionals and the IP Legal Administrative Assistants, Specialists and Coordinators.
• Assist the IP Supervisor and IP Services Manager in resolving problems and with ongoing projects, ensuring that all Firm policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant post secondary education (such Administrative Assistant or Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Intellectual Property with a focus on Trademarks
• Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner
• Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment
• Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines
• Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary
• Handle stress in a business-like manner
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Bilingualism (French/English) is considered an asset

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.