This is a remote position.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and file trade mark applications renewals assignments and amendments with the Bahamas Intellectual Property Office (BIPO).
- Monitor trade mark deadlines and ensure timely filings and renewals.
- Maintain accurate trade mark records and databases tracking all applications and registrations.
- Liaise with the Registrar General s Department and other relevant authorities on trade markrelated matters.
- Conduct preliminary trade mark searches and provide basic assessments of availability for registration.
- Draft standard correspondence related to trade mark filings including acknowledgments notices and reports to clients.
- Assist attorneys in preparing responses to official actions objections or office requirements.
- Coordinate with clients regarding necessary documents filing requirements and status updates.
- Ensure compliance with Bahamian trade mark laws and assist in updating internal policies as needed.
- Provide administrative support to the Intellectual Property (IP) team including file management and docketing.
Schedule: Monday to Friday 9AM to 1PM
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in trade mark filings intellectual property or a legal support role.
- Strong organizational and attention to detail skills to manage multiple filings and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook) and legal document management systems.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fastpaced legal environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for liaising with clients attorneys and government agencies.
Preferred Qualifications (Not Mandatory)
- Prior experience in an IP law firm or corporate legal department handling trade mark matters.
- Knowledge of trade mark opposition and enforcement procedures in The Bahamas.
- Experience with trade mark docketing software.
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