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Specialist - Maintenance Fees
Intellectual Property - Agency Services

Norton Rose Fulbright Canada is seeking a Specialist, Maintenance Fees. The position consists mainly of preparing and paying patent maintenance fees at the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO), and doing data entry in our database.

You will be focusing on:

• Verify deadlines daily and ensure they are met;
• Prepare reminders to clients and seek their payment instructions;
• Prepare the necessary documents to be filed at the Patent Office;
• Enter and satisfy deadlines in our database;
• Follow-up with clients;
• Verify patent office websites globally and retrieve relevant information;
• Participate in projects related to paying and invoicing maintenance fees.

What you bring to the role:

• College diploma or equivalent diploma in secretarial studies or other relevant field;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet short deadlines;
• Attention to detail;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Availability for occasional work outside regular business hours;
• Client service mentality;
• Bilingualism is an asset;
• Knowledge of the patent process is an asset.

Why join our team:

• Hybrid work environment
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Benefit premiums paid by the firm
• Telemedicine services
• Wellness matters: Flexible health and wellness allowance that covers much more than gym memberships!
• Training and development programs based on your interests and needs

Ready to join a proactive and modern firm that provides an exceptional career experience in an inclusive and collaborative environment? Come join us!

As a global law firm, we embrace a culture of excellence and working hard, but always with a focus on flexibility, respect, diversity and openness. We strive to create an equitable, inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work and realize their career potential.

To find out more about how we integrate diversity, equity and inclusion in everything we do please click https://www.nortonrosefulbright.com/en-ca/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion.

If you are unable to apply for a position online or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruiting process, please contact CAN MTL HR Talent/Ressources humaines et talents CANMTLHR_RH@nortonrosefulbright.com to further discuss your needs.

Please note that applicants who receive an employment offer may be required during their employment with Norton Rose Fulbright to provide proof of vaccinations recommended from time to time by government or public health authorities. Norton Rose Fulbright has a duty to accommodate those who are unable to get vaccinated due to protected grounds. For applicants who require an accommodation, please contact CAN MTL HR Talent/Ressources humaines et talents CANMTLHR_RH@nortonrosefulbright.com to discuss further.

We thank all candidates for their applications, but please note that we will be contacting only those whom we invite for an interview.

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