Intellectual Property & Legal Technology Specialist
Location: Montréal, QC (Hybrid)
Salary: $55,000 – $90,000/year (depending on experience)

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or any alternative technical field (Electrical, Computer, Software, or related field preferred).
• Additional legal education (e.g., IP law, paralegal certification) is an asset.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Direct exposure to IT, telecommunications, AI, or advanced hardware technology domains.
• Familiarity with WIPO databases, PCT filings, and competitive IP analysis.
• Experience in a startup, R&D-heavy, or technology innovation environment is a plus.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Strong technical writing and analytical skills with the ability to bridge engineering concepts and legal language.
• Proficiency in legal document management systems and patent databases.
• Collaborative and proactive, able to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Bilingual (English/French) is an asset.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly skilled Intellectual Property & Legal Technology Specialist with a strong technical foundation and proven experience in drafting patent applications. This is a unique position for someone who can operate at the intersection of engineering, intellectual property law, and emerging technologies.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing Humanitas’ patent portfolio, leading patent drafting efforts, and working closely with our engineering and R&D teams to protect innovations in IT, telecommunications, AI, and advanced hardware systems. In addition, you will contribute to the development of internal legal technology tools that streamline IP management, compliance, and innovation workflows.

DESCRIPTIF DU ROLE

Nous recherchons un(e) Spécialiste en Propriété Intellectuelle & Technologies Juridiques disposant d’une solide formation technique et d’une expérience avérée en rédaction et dépôt de brevets. Ce poste unique combine la gestion de portefeuille de brevets, la rédaction de demandes complexes dans des domaines technologiques avancés, et la collaboration avec nos équipes d’ingénierie et de R&D pour protéger nos innovations en TI, télécommunications, IA et matériel de pointe.
Vous contribuerez également au développement d’outils logiciels internes visant à automatiser et optimiser les processus juridiques liés à la propriété intellectuelle et à la conformité.