Bird & Bird is a highly respected global law firm. We have built
our international reputation not only on exceptional legal expertise,
but also on our ability to think beyond the details of law to meet our
clients' needs. Since 2012 we have experienced significant growth to
our practice in Asia and now have a team of 40 partners and over 130
lawyers and legal professionals and 100 support staff located across
our regional network of offices in Hong Kong (1995), Beijing (2004),
Shanghai (2008), Singapore (2009), Sydney (2014), Shenzhen (2023) and
Tokyo (2024).
The firm offers excellent prospects for progression and our culture
provides all our people with world-class support to achieve their
ambitions and goals.
OUR PROMISE
Bird & Bird is committed to maintaining an inclusive working
environment and we are an equal opportunities employer. We will
actively support and supervise your professional development. For
those with the necessary energy and ability, we will ensure that the
firm is a first-class platform on which you can develop into an
industry leader. We support an agile working environment and are happy
to discuss flexible working. The role offers potentially significant
career progression.
ROLE
This role will report to the partners primarily and work closely with
the other paralegals and associates of the Intellectual Property (IP)
department in Hong Kong, taking the responsibility of supporting the
IP team with respect to day-to-day operations and projects. There will
be career growth for outstanding performers.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Working with a market-leading team in handling intellectual
property application filing and prosecution matters
Preparing and filing application forms and Powers of Attorney
forms in Hong Kong, China and worldwide
Preparing standard reporting letters and instructions to foreign agents
Updating case information on a computerised case management system
Reminding team members of upcoming deadlines
Reviewing draft bills for approval
Other ad hoc projects as assigned by partners/lawyers
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
Bachelor's degree in any field. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
University degree in Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering (or
other science or technology degrees) would be an advantage
Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English
and Mandarin
Hardworking, mature, strong sense of responsibility, ability to
work independently, helpful and supportive with good team skills
Possess a good sense of judgement, able to prioritise tasks,
efficient and able to work under pressure
Professional, meticulous and conscientious
Team player, willing to learn and attention to details
Strong PC skills, well-versed in Microsoft applications and
Chinese word processing
