1 trademark paralegal (m/f/d) – 50-80%.

We are hiring – Let’s grow together

Who we are

AWA is a leading intellectual property firm with more than 400 employees across 20 offices in Belgium, China, Denmark, Hong Kong, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and Switzerland.

We supply a full-service offering in filing prosecution, dispute litigation, aftermarket services, legal advice, strategy and commercialization. Our IP professionals are experts in patents, trademark, design, copyright and domain names – all passionate about innovations and brands.  

With the development of our Trademark Department located in Geneva, we are looking for the 1st of October or earlier.

Your function

• Following-up internal and external due dates.
• Managing filings, prosecution, maintenance and post-registration matters for trademarks and designs, preparing all related documentation and completing all related administrative formalities such as legalization of documents.
• Managing IP database records, requiring prompt and accurate data entry and rigorous deadline management.
• Corresponding with clients, foreign agents and Patent & Trademark Offices or Administrations.
• Issuing invoices, follow-up payments and send reminders.
• Following and communicating changes in laws and procedures affecting our IP portfolio.
• Conducting trademark clearance searches on-line.
• Providing support on infringement, opposition and cancellation cases.

All this with respect to our Core Values : Courage, Openness and Passion.

Your profile

• Business diploma (CFC or equivalent); legal background as well as translation skills is a plus.
• Min. 2-5 years’ experience as IP paralegal.
• Fluency in French and English; German is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills, high level of precision, rigor and attention to detail.
• Great capacity for planning and priority management.
• Responsiveness, motivation, commitment & interest in IP, active participation and team spirit.
• Good command of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other IT tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• At ease with handling small and large portfolios.
• Curiosity to explore unfamiliar legal subject matter and new or evolving technology.

If you are excited by new challenges and want to join a growing and dynamic team, we will be pleased to receive your written application by e-mail at Write an email

Should you have any questions, our practice leader, Ms. Milana Pantelic, remains gladly at your disposal (tel +41 22 322 95 31).

AWA Switzerland SA
Rue de la Faïencerie 2
CH- 1227 Carouge, Geneva
www.awa.com