Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced solicitor with a strong background in intellectual property law, specifically trade marks, to join our dynamic and market-leading team. This role will report to Cate Nagy, who represents high-profile Australian and international clients in trade mark prosecution and portfolio management, as well as IP litigation and enforcement.

In this position, you’ll be exposed to a broad spectrum of trade mark work, including strategic filing, clearance and prosecution advice, enforcement advice, oppositions, and non-use proceedings. We are seeking a dedicated trade mark lawyer to join our team, working with our senior trade mark specialist lawyers to manage global and domestic trade mark portfolios and provide related advice. You will also work alongside our IP dispute and litigation specialists. Our clients operate across an impressive array of industries such as telecommunications, technology, media & entertainment, and fast-moving consumer goods. The team manages a first-tier, large-scale trade mark portfolio for some of Australia’s and the world’s leading companies.

Teamwork is at the heart of our success. We pride ourselves on our collaborative and friendly environment, regularly partnering with specialists across our intellectual property group and other practice areas, supported by advanced electronic tools. The work is both varied and exciting, often involving Australia’s most significant and complex IP cases and disputes.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need trade mark prosecution and opposition experience, alongside excellent analytical, communication, and research skills to deliver prompt, commercially astute advice. We are looking for candidates that have experience in:

1.drafting and preparing trade mark applications;

2.preparing clearance reports;

3.providing prosecution advice, including the preparation of submissions;

4.preparing advice and evidence in support of opposition and non-use proceedings; and

5.liaising with foreign agents

We value a strong commitment to client service, robust relationship management abilities, and a team-focused attitude that helps build strong internal connections and fosters a willingness to learn new skills. You’ll also be encouraged to get involved in business development activities, including industry programs and strategic networking.

Ideally, you will bring recognised IP experience from a similar environment or specialist firm and a passion for working as part of a committed and supportive team.

Who are we?

We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

We help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international network.

Why work with us?

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact

We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do.We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community you’ll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM, we’ll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.

Next Steps

Please click ‘Apply Now’ to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you’re applying and your resume to support your experience.

If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Kellie McLean, kellie.mclean@au.kwm.com

If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.

Diversity and Inclusion

King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people’s different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages.

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at KWM.

We have a range of inclusive hiring practices – if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email careers@kwm.com