Total 19 patent attorney job vacancies in Australia

Job Description & Requirements

• Filing and prosecuting patent applications up to grant
• Calculate, docketing and monitoring deadlines
• Communicating and advising clients on Singapore's patent laws and procedures
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering / Chemistry / Computer Science / Life Sciences / Biology / LLB
• Minimum two years of related experience preferred.
• Entry-level candidates with a strong interest in developing a career in the legal field are also welcome to apply.
• Possesses strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a meticulous attention to detail and the ability to multitask and perform effectively under tight deadlines.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and IT-savvy

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential)

By submitting your application, you consent that Drew & Napier LLC may collect, use and/or disclose the information / personal data contained in your application for the purpose of processing your application. Where your application contains the personal data of third parties, you confirm that you have obtained all necessary consents to provide us with such personal data and that we may collect, use and/or disclose such personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012.

• Preparing official forms for filing of new applications
• Generating file numbers
• Data entry
• Opening physical files
• Monitor deadlines & prepare reminders to clients on upcoming deadlines
• Generate payment vouchers and invoices
• General administrative duties including photocopying, faxing and dispatch
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Diploma in any discipline/ GCE 'A' level/ GCE 'O' level/ GCE ‘N’ level/ Higher Nitec in Office Skills
• Minimum 1 year of clerical or administrative experience
• Good interpersonal and communications skills
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• IT savvy and proficient in MS Office

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential).

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement IP strategy aligned with business, product, and market goals.
• Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to identify and capture new inventions and innovations.
• Review invention disclosures and translate technical concepts into patentable ideas.
• Build, manage, and optimize the organization’s IP portfolio (patents, trade secrets, know-how).
• Lead invention disclosure processes and support internal invention assessments.
• Maintain accurate and organized IP records, databases, and filing documentation.
• Review and advise on IP-related terms in contracts (e.g., ownership, confidentiality, publication rights).
• Establish and improve IP processes, policies, and internal workflows, including training and guidance.
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in intellectual property, patent management, ideally within semiconductor, electronics industry
• Experience in patent drafting, filing, licensing, technology transfer, IP due diligence
• Experience working with external patent counsel and managing filings
• Able to understand and translate complex engineering concepts into patentable inventions
• Knowledge of IP strategy, portfolio development, and competitive landscape analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, legal, business units).
• Strong project management, stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• High level of professionalism and discretion with confidential information.

Viering Jentschura & Partner LLP (“VJP Singapore”) is a specialist patent attorney firm based in Singapore. We are part of a more than 250 member strong international Intellectual Property (IP) law firm headquartered in Munich, with branch offices in Dusseldorf, Dresden and Taiwan in addition to Singapore. We serve a broad spectrum of clients including multinational conglomerates, Singapore companies, start-ups, academic institutions and public sector research institutes.

We have an exciting role available for a Patent Engineer in the electrical and/or electronics engineering and/or computer science and/or artificial intelligence and/or engineering field to join our Singapore team.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Patent Engineer

Successful candidate will preferably have:

· Degree in electrical and/or electronics engineering and/or computer science and/or engineering from a reputable university;

· Completed Graduate Diploma/Master of IP and Innovation Management (GDIPIM/MIPIM);

· Passed one or more papers (A to D) for the Singapore Patent Agents Qualifying Examination;

· Strong writing skills in English;

· Good analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail;

· Positive working attitude;

· Keen interest in working towards patent attorney qualification in Singapore;

· Two or more years of experience in patent drafting and prosecution.

A competitive salary package will be negotiated based on experience.

Kindly send your application to: Viering, Jentschura & Partner LLP, 230 Victoria St, #07-06, Bugis Junction Towers Singapore 188024 or vjpsg-office@vjp.com.sg, preferably including your expected salary.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description & Requirements

• Filing and prosecuting patent applications up to grant
• Calculate, docketing and monitoring deadlines
• Communicating and advising clients on Singapore's patent laws and procedures
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering / Chemistry / Computer Science / Life Sciences / Biology / LLB
• Minimum two years of related experience preferred.
• Entry-level candidates with a strong interest in developing a career in the legal field are also welcome to apply.
• Possesses strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a meticulous attention to detail and the ability to multitask and perform effectively under tight deadlines.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and IT-savvy

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential)

By submitting your application, you consent that Drew & Napier LLC may collect, use and/or disclose the information / personal data contained in your application for the purpose of processing your application. Where your application contains the personal data of third parties, you confirm that you have obtained all necessary consents to provide us with such personal data and that we may collect, use and/or disclose such personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012.

• Preparing official forms for filing of new applications
• Generating file numbers
• Data entry
• Opening physical files
• Monitor deadlines & prepare reminders to clients on upcoming deadlines
• Generate payment vouchers and invoices
• General administrative duties including photocopying, faxing and dispatch
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Diploma in any discipline/ GCE 'A' level/ GCE 'O' level/ GCE ‘N’ level/ Higher Nitec in Office Skills
• Minimum 1 year of clerical or administrative experience
• Good interpersonal and communications skills
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• IT savvy and proficient in MS Office

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential).

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented DefenceAttorney to represent clients in criminal and/or civil defence matters. Thesuccessful candidate will provide strategic legal counsel, develop strong casestrategies, and advocate effectively in court while maintaining the higheststandards of professional ethics.

Key Responsibilities

Civil Litigation

• Manage general civil disputes, contractual claims, debt recovery, tort, and commercial litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, affidavits, submissions, and interlocutory applications.
• Conduct legal research and advise clients on litigation strategy and risk exposure.
• Attend hearings, mediations, and trials.

Family Law

• Handle separation proceedings, custody and care & control matters, division of matrimonial assets, and maintenance claims.
• Conduct client consultations with empathy and professionalism.
• Draft court documents and attend case conferences and hearings in the Family Justice Courts.

Criminal Defence

• Represent clients in investigations, mentions, bail applications, mitigation pleas, and trials.
• Liaise with law enforcement authorities and prosecutors.
• Advise clients on procedural rights and defence strategy.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree.
• Admission to the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction and in good standing.
• 2-3 years of experience in criminal and/or civil defence practice (can be tailored).

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants, kindly send your resume in MS WORDformat to ref76@trustrecruit.com.sgor please click on “Apply Now”. 

We regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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Job Title: Associate Patent Examiner (Patent Search, Examination and Analytics), IPOS International

Location: Singapore

Great ideas do not discriminate, and anyone can have them. Given the right protection and support, a great idea can become a powerful brand, a transformative technology, an innovative process or design, or even a song or story that moves one’s soul. Housing Singapore’s largest community of intellectual property (IP) experts, the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) understands better than anyone how important it is to protect ideas and creations for now and for the future. We leverage our deep technical, legal and business expertise to help innovative enterprises grow, through their intangible assets, including IP, from Singapore, through Singapore. We catalyse the ideas of today, into the assets of tomorrow.

How you can contribute

You will join a team of highly skilled and talented professionals to help enterprises innovate and grow by ensuring the grant of high-quality patents.

About the Role

This position requires you to apply scientific and technical knowledge to the concepts of patent law. You will be required to assess whether an invention is new and judge whether the invention has a technical and legal basis to be granted a patent in Singapore.

Job Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Analyse patent applications and identify technical concepts relating to an invention
• Conduct searches of the state‐of‐the‐art using specialised databases to investigate whether an invention is new
• Conduct substantive examination to ensure an invention complies with patentability criteria required for a patent to be granted
• Communicate with applicants or their patent agents through written opinions to present examination outcomes
• Consider submissions filed in response to written opinions to advance the prosecution, conducting interviews with applicants or their patent agents to clarify positions where necessary

General Responsibilities

• Interpret patent law and apply guidelines in the examination of patent applications
• Assess patent applications within area of technical expertise and areas at the periphery
• Formulate search strategies for uncovering prior art documents in a cost‐efficient manner
• Communicate, in writing and verbally, technical and legal arguments, to facilitate prosecution
• Discuss and offer technical expertise to peers for inventions that cut across technological domains
• Keep pace with technological developments

Are you the one? Please write to us if you have/are:

• A strong foundation in science or engineering
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English
• Driven to excel and meet challenges
• Constantly curious, enjoy learning and applying new skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities and a team player who can be part of a network of technical experts

In particular, we are looking for someone to join our team with:

• At least a good class Honours degree in Science or Engineering
• Familiarity in one of the following specialised fields will be a plus:

‐ Immunology or in biotechnology with a focus on protein engineering; or
‐ Wireless communication and audio video coding standards such as 3GPP, IEEE; or
‐ Drug conjugates, medicinal chemistry, organic chemistry or polymers; or
‐ Semiconductor memory devices, Mechanical or Civil Engineering

• Experience in patent prosecution or completion of Specialist Certificate in Intangible Asset Management/Master of IP and Innovation Management would be an advantage.

The role will be based in Singapore. Successful candidates will go through a structured training programme in patent law and patent search and examination. You will have opportunities to attend professional training courses and seminars to keep pace with the latest developments in your technical field.

To apply for this position, please email your CV to careers@iposinternational.com

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About IPOS International

IPOS International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore, aims to catalyseindustry and enterprise growth by providing IP expertise. To achieve this, we will offer committed and passionate individuals a place where their talent and opinions are valued. To succeed as an organisation, we believe in empowering individuals while working as a team of professionals with honesty and displaying integrity as core values. We invest heavily in our people so that they get the training and development they need to succeed.

For more information on IPOS International, please visit www.iposinternational.com.

Responsibilities

Under supervision of patent attorneys to perform the following:

• Drafting, filing, and prosecution of patent applications in Singapore and other countries
• Global patent portfolio management
• Freedom-To-Operate searches and analysis
• Patentability search and analysis
• Patent documents translation (for candidates proficient in a second language)

Qualifications

• Engineering or Science Degree(s) preferably in the following technical fields: Semiconductors / Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Materials Science
• With strong interest and commitment in developing a career in the patent attorney profession
• Able and willing to learn and work independently, proactively and under pressure
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Preferably fluent in both English and other major foreign language(s) at a professional level, e.g., able to read and write technical documents in both English and at least one major foreign language
• Working experience in relevant fields an added advantage, e.g., in the IP service sector, R&D, Technical support, and/or manufacturing

Job Description & Requirements

• Filing and prosecuting patent applications up to grant
• Calculate, docketing and monitoring deadlines
• Communicating and advising clients on Singapore's patent laws and procedures
• Reviewing specifications, search and examination reports
• Advising on strategies and courses of actions available to clients
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering / Chemistry / Computer Science / Life Sciences / Biology / LLB
• Minimum two years of related experience preferred.
• Entry-level candidates with a strong interest in developing a career in the legal field are also welcome to apply.
• Possesses strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a meticulous attention to detail and the ability to multitask and perform effectively under tight deadlines.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and IT-savvy

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential)

By submitting your application, you consent that Drew & Napier LLC may collect, use and/or disclose the information / personal data contained in your application for the purpose of processing your application. Where your application contains the personal data of third parties, you confirm that you have obtained all necessary consents to provide us with such personal data and that we may collect, use and/or disclose such personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012.

• Preparing official forms for filing of new applications
• Generating file numbers
• Data entry
• Opening physical files
• Monitor deadlines & prepare reminders to clients on upcoming deadlines
• Generate payment vouchers and invoices
• General administrative duties including photocopying, faxing and dispatch
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time.

Requirements:

• Diploma in any discipline/ GCE 'A' level/ GCE 'O' level/ GCE ‘N’ level/ Higher Nitec in Office Skills
• Minimum 1 year of clerical or administrative experience
• Good interpersonal and communications skills
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• IT savvy and proficient in MS Office

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential).

About The Role

• Singapore’s market for IP services continues to enjoy significant growth thanks to the country's status as an IP Hub, changes to the Patents Act and the availability of Government and private funding.
• To meet this demand, we are looking for attorneys qualified in Singapore, UK, Europe, Australia or New Zealand, with a background and demonstrated expertise in drafting patent applications in ICT, Electronical & Electronic Engineering or Physics.
• Initially, the successful candidate will be working with the partners and professional staff to manage existing clients. Over time, the candidate will be expected to build their practice which will include participating in the firm’s business development activities to strengthen our domestic and regional client base further.

About You

• We welcome dynamic and personable candidates to join our friendly and supportive working environment and contribute to the fast growing IP scene in Singapore. The successful candidate is encouraged to qualify as a Singapore patent attorney and the firm will offer assistance in achieving this goal. Depending on your professional qualifications and subject to receiving appropriate exemptions, this may involve passing only the qualifying examination in Knowledge of Patent Law and Patent Practice in Singapore.

About Us

Marks & Clerk Singapore LLP is part of the international Marks & Clerk Group with 15 offices worldwide.

Our Singapore office was established in 1995 when the Singapore Patents Act came into force and we are consistently ranked as a top tier firm for patents by leading IP publications.

More Info on Becoming a Patent Attorney

Further information about training to be a Patent Attorney can be found on the following website:

The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore Website: https://www.ipos.gov.sg/

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Defence Attorney to represent clients in criminal and/or civil defence matters. The successful candidate will provide strategic legal counsel, develop strong case strategies, and advocate effectively in court while maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics.

Key Responsibilities

Civil Litigation

• Manage general civil disputes, contractual claims, debt recovery, tort, and commercial litigation matters.

• Draft pleadings, affidavits, submissions, and interlocutory applications.

• Conduct legal research and advise clients on litigation strategy and risk exposure.

• Attend hearings, mediations, and trials.

Family Law

• Handle separation proceedings, custody and care & control matters, division of matrimonial assets, and maintenance claims.

• Conduct client consultations with empathy and professionalism.

• Draft court documents and attend case conferences and hearings in the Family Justice Courts.

Criminal Defence

• Represent clients in investigations, mentions, bail applications, mitigation pleas, and trials.

• Liaise with law enforcement authorities and prosecutors.

• Advise clients on procedural rights and defence strategy.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree.

• Admission to the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction and in good standing.

• 2-3 years of experience in criminal and/or civil defence practice
  
  HOW TO APPLY:

  Interested applicants, kindly send your resume in MS WORD format or please click on “Apply Now” or or email ref50@trustrecruit.com.sg

   We regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

  Important Note: Trust Recruit Pte Ltd is committed to safeguarding your personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).

  Please read our privacy statement on our corporate website www.trustrecruit.com.sg.

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  EA License No: 19C9950

  EA Personnel: Moy See Meng (Jasmine)

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