Patent Secretary (Intellectual Property Law Firm)

About the role

Our client, a leading IP law firm in India, is seeking a Patent Secretary to support its patent practice across the country. The role involves handling the full patent life‑cycle, from filing to maintenance, for Indian, US and international applications.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and file patent applications, FER responses and other formal documents in India, USPTO and PCT.
• Draft and file patent assignments and manage related documentation.
• Interact with the Indian Patent Office to address queries and office actions.
• Oversee patent grants, renewals and maintenance in India and the United States.
• Coordinate with clients and internal teams to ensure timely submission of post‑grant documents.

Required profile

• 2–8 years of experience in a patent or IPR law firm or an IPR department.
• LLB graduate (not registered with the Bar Council) or equivalent qualification.
• Strong academic record and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and client coordination skills.

Required skills

• Patent filing in India, USPTO and PCT.
• FER response preparation and handling office actions.
• Drafting and filing of patent assignments.
• Interaction with the Indian Patent Office.
• Management of patent grants, renewals and maintenance.

What we offer

• CTC of INR 6–8 lakhs per annum.
• Opportunity to work with a top‑five IP firm in India.