IPR Assistant at Orion Pharma

Espoo, Uusimaa, Finland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patent administration, Trademark administration, IPR lifecycle management, Docketing, Document management, Invoicing, Budget tracking, Reporting, Process automation, Regulatory compliance, Detail-oriented, Communication, Collaboration, Service orientation, Digital tools proficiency

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Your role We are looking for an IPR Assistant to join Orion’s in‑house IPR team. In this role, you will provide hands‑on operational support in IPR matters, working closely with Patent and Trademark Counsels, external patent attorneys and internal stakeholders such as R&D, Legal and Finance. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure to the full IPR lifecycle, operating from invention disclosures and name generation to grant and portfolio maintenance in an international in‑house environment. You will also contribute to the development of more efficient and digital ways of working. The role is full-time and permanent, and you will report to Director, IPR. The position is based in Espoo with the possibility of hybrid working. Responsibilities * Patent and trademark administration and portfolio support with handling invention disclosures, documentation, inventor assignments and rewards * Supporting in patent priority, PCT, EP, national and regional filings, including formalities, powers of attorney, assignments and coordination with patent offices and external counsel * Maintaining IP management systems, monitoring deadlines and official communications * Supporting national phase entries, validations, grants, renewals, withdrawals and annuity payments * Assisting in trademark filings, renewals and correspondence * Handling invoicing, cost allocation, budget tracking and reporting related to IPR matters * Supporting IPR governance processes, meetings, documentation and archiving What you can expect from us * A key supporting role in Orion’s IPR operations * Broad exposure to international patent and trademark work * A skilled and supportive IPR team * Opportunities for professional growth and development within IPR At Orion Pharma, your work creates true impact and well-being for our customers, patients and society at large. Our culture of friendliness, respect, mutual appreciation and diversity creates a safe working environment where you can strive for excellence. We offer a wealth of career paths and development opportunities that support the development of innovative solutions and improving the quality of life. Please visit our website to find further information about our values and Orion as an employer https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/orion-as-an-employer/ [https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/orion-as-an-employer/]. What are we looking for? To be successful in this role, we expect you to have: * Suitable education in law, business administration, IPR or similar * Experience in IP administration, patent assistance or paralegal work * Good understanding of patent and trademark processes and formalities * Very good English skills; Finnish is required * Systematic, detail‑oriented and comfortable working with deadlines * Collaborative mindset and strong service orientation Considered an asset * Experience in an in‑house IPR team, pharmaceutical or regulated industry * Familiarity with IPR docketing and document management systems * Technological savviness with an interest in digital tools, process automation, reporting or system development * Willingness to improve and modernize ways of working How to apply Please submit your resume and application letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the best candidate to become our new colleague by 23 April 2026. If you have any questions related to the position, please contact Heidi Adler, Director Intellectual Property Rights, on 13 April 2026 between 15-16 and 17 April 2026 between 10-11, tel. +358 50 966 2640. We typically review applications already during the application period and may start interviewing candidates before the application deadline. Therefore, we invite you to send your application as soon as possible. #LI-ORION Approved medical examination which also includes drug testing is required prior to the employment. We will also carry out a security clearance prior to the employment for the selected person. Your new team Corporate Functions contributes to the achievement of Orion’s business objectives by providing expert services and specialized knowledge. We serve Orion in several ways: as providers of expertise and services needed for the business, most prominent experts in our fields of expertise, contributors to the development of processes and operations, and organizers of certain mandatory corporate functions. Our organization includes Compliance, Intellectual Property Rights and Legal Affairs. Orion Pharma is a globally operating Nordic pharmaceutical company – a builder of well-being for over a hundred years. We’re home to more than 4,000 Orionees around the world, and we’re proud to be known as a responsible employer and a great place to work. At Orion Pharma, people are truly valued and trusted, encouraged to grow, and supported by a culture where every voice is heard. We appreciate each other, strive for excellence, and build the future. Together we develop, manufacture, and market human and veterinary pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. Our extensive portfolio includes proprietary and generic medicines as well as consumer health products. The core therapy areas of our pharmaceutical R&D are oncology and pain. Proprietary products developed by Orion Pharma are used to treat cancer, neurological diseases, respiratory diseases, and more. We offer careers with a clear purpose: empowering people to live their lives to the fullest. About Orion [https://www.orionpharma.com/about-orion/]

Responsibilities

The IPR Assistant provides operational support for patent and trademark administration, including handling filings, documentation, and portfolio maintenance. They also manage IPR-related invoicing, budget tracking, and assist in the development of efficient digital workflows.