About the Company
Spruson & Ferguson is one of the leading intellectual property (IP) service firms operating in the Asia-Pacific region. We have more than 130 years of experience providing a variety of services in the protection, commercialisation, enforcement, and management of IP from our offices in Bangkok, Beijing, Brisbane, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Melbourne, Singapore, and Sydney. Our multidisciplinary team of more than 400 people includes some of the most highly regarded IP professionals in the Asia-Pacific region. The team services a diverse client base of Fortune Global 500 companies, SMEs, public sector research organisations, foreign associates, and local clients.
Spruson & Ferguson is a subsidiary of IPH Limited, the first IP services group to list on the ASX.
The Role
An opportunity is available for a registered Trade Mark Attorney at Associate level with at least two (2) years’ PQE and a broad range of trade mark registry experience to join our Trade Mark team in our Brisbane, Melbourne, or Sydney offices.
In this role you will be responsible for advising clients on trade mark portfolio strategies and the registration of trade marks, conducting conflict checks and due diligence, advising and representing clients in trade mark disputes including preparing evidence, and attending official trade mark hearings.
Spruson & Ferguson is committed to creating a flexible work environment and we are offering hybrid work options for this position. We welcome individuals who are looking to work in a flexible and collaborative environment.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this opportunity candidates will have:
- At least two (2) years’ post qualified experience as a Trade Mark Attorney;
- Be a registered Trade Mark Attorney and/or an admitted lawyer;
- Have a strong understanding of the prosecution process, opposition proceedings and the enforcement of trade mark rights;
- Excellent technical skills;
- Solid research abilities;
- Drive and enthusiasm; and
- Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
What we offer
Spruson & Ferguson offers a wide range of benefits aimed at supporting our employee’s ongoing development, including but not limited to:
- A competitive salary package including participation in lucrative staff incentive schemes;
- Continuing professional development and strong prospects for career advancement;
- Learning and development opportunities including working closely with highly experienced practitioners across various disciplines and locations (including Asia) servicing the firm’s substantial local and overseas client base;
- A flexible work environment including working from home;
- Health and well-being programs; and
- Parental leave for all genders.
Spruson & Ferguson is committed to promoting and maintaining a workplace culture of shared respect to enable us all to feel valued and be the best we can be.
How to apply
Take the next step in your career and apply now by clicking the APPLY button. Please include your resume and a cover letter that outlines your eligibility for the role in your application.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from diverse backgrounds. We remain committed to providing reasonable and fair adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free, transparent recruitment process and supportive workplace.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.