THE COMPANY

Humanitas is a young, award-winning innovator startup based in Montreal, specializing in emergency response and resilient technologies. Working with a network of world-class industry leaders and researchers, our team focuses on advanced telecom, simulation, visualization, cybersecurity, swarming robotics, edge computing, and more.
Our multidisciplinary team strives to universalize our technology and expand its applications to real-world scenarios beyond emergencies. Compassion is at the core of our business, and our collaboration is driven by a desire to push boundaries and create meaningful impact.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEEDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Paralegal Studies, or a related field.
• Certification as a Paralegal (an asset).

EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of experience in IP law, patent management, or corporate legal support.
• Familiarity with patent filing processes, WIPO databases, and legal document drafting.
• Experience working in a startup, tech, or R&D-heavy environment is an asset.
• Exposure to or interest in legal software, contract automation tools, or digital workflows is highly valued.

TECHNICAL & PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Strong understanding of intellectual property frameworks (patents, trade secrets, copyrights, and trademarks).
• Ability to work with legal document management systems and databases.
• Interest or experience in software development processes (working with developers, testing tools).
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple priorities.

THE ROLE: PARALEGAL – IP & LEGAL TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Paralegal with expertise in intellectual property management and a strong interest in legal technology innovation. This role will combine traditional paralegal duties—such as patent portfolio management and legal filings—with hands-on collaboration in the development of next-generation legal software tools to streamline IP and compliance workflows.
The ideal candidate will thrive at the intersection of law, technology, and innovation, contributing to both Humanitas’ IP strategy and the creation of software solutions that will support our legal operations internally and with external partners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESINTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & LEGAL SUPPORT

• Manage and track Humanitas’ patent portfolio, including filings, renewals, and correspondence with IP offices.
• Conduct prior art searches, patentability assessments, and competitive IP landscape analysis.
• Coordinate with external patent agents, legal counsel, and inventors to ensure timely and accurate filings.
• Draft and review agreements, NDAs, and IP-related documentation to support partnerships and R&D projects.