Patent Agent / Patent Agent Trainee — Intellectual Property, Ottawa

A leading Canadian law firm is seeking Patent Agents at all seniority levels, including Junior Patent Agents and Patent Agent Trainees, to join its Intellectual Property Department in Ottawa. Candidates should bring a background in software, electronics, or computer-related subject matter and be either already qualified or eager to train toward certification as a Canadian Patent Agent.

The role centres on drafting and prosecuting patent applications, with a primary focus on mechanics, electronics, and artificial intelligence, software, or computer-related technologies. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to support a large and fast-growing emerging and high-growth practice group.

This is a full-time, hybrid position with a requirement to work partially in the office.

• Advanced degree (M.Sc., preferably Ph.D.) in electrical engineering, physics, computer science, software engineering, or a related field
• Three or more years of relevant work experience with exposure to patents and gathering intellectual property disclosures in the relevant technical area
• Strong attention to detail and dedication to a high-quality work product
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while delivering top-quality client service
• Superior time-management and organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with both internal and external clients
• Exposure to a wide array of technologies and a basic understanding of patent structure and specification writing in other technical areas (e.g., simple mechanical devices/apparatus) is an asset
• Basic knowledge of Canadian patent practice, including recent Canadian Patent Law changes, or a willingness to study and learn all aspects of the field
• Some experience managing client relationships and coordinating worldwide prosecution of patent portfolios is an asset
• If not already a Patent Agent, willingness to study as a Class 3 Patent Agent Trainee and fulfill training and certificate requirements toward becoming a Class 1 Registered Canadian Patent Agent