Trademark Administrator
Spoor & Fisher is looking for a Trademark Administrator within the Trademark Formalities : Changes department. The successful candidate would be based in the Centurion office reporting to the Administrative Head.
Duties & Responsibilities
Key duties and responsibilities will include the following :
- Opening of files on Inprotech.
- Management of own files and attending to diary for said files.
- Monitoring of deadlines and ensuring these are met.
- Reviewing documentation to ensure accuracy and suitability for recordals.
- Preparation of recordal application forms and / or instructing agents to file recordals.
- Liaising with current or previous agents of record to obtain file contents for takeover of portfolios.
- Preparation of documents for execution by clients, such as assignment agreements, licence agreements and powers of attorney.
- Updating the internal systems and capturing of data.
- Following up with Registries and / or agents on outstanding matters.
- Processing official documents received from the Registries and agents, particularly reviewing the documents for accuracy.
- Invoicing clients.
- Processing of invoices received from agents.
- Liaising with clients on various grounds including :
reporting on the status of matters
providing quotationsobtaining documentationproviding information on recordal proceduresDesired Experience & Qualification
Knowledge and skills required for the role include :
Good knowledge of Inprotech and DMS.Proficiency in MS Office.An excellent command of the English language.Accuracy and a good eye for detail.Must be able to work independently and unsupervised.Must be driven and deadline-oriented.Able to work well under pressure.Legal knowledge is preferred.#J-18808-Ljbffr