IP Paralegal

at  Stora Enso

We are looking for an experienced Patent Paralegal to strengthen the IP team. You will be an important team-player, working with day-to-day administrative management of Stora Enso’s IP portfolio (mainly patents). Drive and develop processes related to formalities and case management.
Part of the global bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials and wooden construction, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. We believe that everything that is made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow.
Innovate for a better climate. Every Day.
About the position
As a Patent Paralegal, you have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of tasks within the IP area as well as to develop and influence the administrative processes, all within a great team. We can also offer a hybrid working model.
Your location will be either Stockholm (Sickla) or Karlstad and you will report to VP Packaging Materials & Group Intellectual Property.

Main tasks:

• Responsible for the formalities connected to filing and prosecution of patents in multiple jurisdictions
• Handling docketing of patent cases in close co-operation with Paralegal, Patent Attorneys and external Agents
• Manage assignments, power of attorneys and other legal documents
• Monitor due dates and provide timely reminders to responsible attorneys
• Manage report of inventions and payment of inventor remuneration
• Work with the IP management system to improve functionalities and create reports
• Proactively work to improve IP related administrative routines
• Support the IP team with various administrative tasks
• Handle deposits accounts and invoices
• Possible administration of trademarks and design registrations

What we offer
With our values, “Lead and Do What’s Right”, we endeavor to set an example in all aspects of our business as well as sustainability. We dare to take the initiative and constantly ask ourselves what more can we do, what can we do better. This is an excellent opportunity for you to be a part of the journey Stora Enso is on – transforming from a traditional forest industry company, into a renewable materials growth company – an industry with great potential driven by global megatrends.
Qualifications
In order to succeed in this role, you have at least 5 years’ experience as a patent paralegal, in industry or at an IP firm. You have a good working knowledge of IP management systems, as well as Office and online filing tools. Previous experience with Anaqua is a merit. You communicate fluently in English, both in writing and orally. Good communication skills in Swedish are considered as a merit.
You are service minded and well organized with attention to details. You have a mindset to improve the ways of working, with customer focus. You are a team player with the ability to work independently. Working in a fast-paced environment, with multi-tasking skills, is something you like and are comfortable with.
Additional information
You can only submit your application to us by using our recruitment tool. As we are assessing our candidates on an ongoing basis, we hope to hear from you as soon as possible but at the latest by the 15th of November.
Depending on the role, we might invite you to a video interview and/or aptitude tests. Also, our recruitment process could include pre-employment actions such as background, reference and health checks as well as a drug test.
Questions regarding the position can be directed to hiring manager Stina Sjögren Paulsson,
stina.sjogren-paulsson@storaenso.com
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Diverse working teams help us explore different perspectives and challenge our way of thinking. We actively work to increase diversity in the workplace and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Stora Enso is an equal opportunity employer and follows non-discriminatory practices.

• Responsible for the formalities connected to filing and prosecution of patents in multiple jurisdictions
• Handling docketing of patent cases in close co-operation with Paralegal, Patent Attorneys and external Agents
• Manage assignments, power of attorneys and other legal documents
• Monitor due dates and provide timely reminders to responsible attorneys
• Manage report of inventions and payment of inventor remuneration
• Work with the IP management system to improve functionalities and create reports
• Proactively work to improve IP related administrative routines
• Support the IP team with various administrative tasks
• Handle deposits accounts and invoices
• Possible administration of trademarks and design registration