Patent Analyst – Engineering Paralegal

Daniel Law

. Handle filings for domestic and international clients .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRio de Janeiro • BrazilJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in handling domestic and international patent filings, with a strong understanding of INPI regulations and procedures. Proficient in managing administrative patent matters, ensuring compliance, and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

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INPI RegulationsPCT ProceedingsParis ConventionPatent FilingsFluent English

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Hard Skills

Patent AdministrationFiling ProceduresDeadline ManagementDocument ReviewPortfolio Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeamwork SkillsAbility to Meet DeadlinesProcess Improvement Participation

Tools & Technologies

Tracking SpreadsheetsInternal Systems

Industry Keywords

Administrative Patent MattersIndustrial PropertyComplianceAuditsCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle filings for domestic and international clients
Carry out administrative procedures before the Brazilian National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI), from filing through grant
Monitor administrative patent proceedings, including PCT and Paris Convention matters, utility models, and certificates of addition before the INPI and partner international offices
Prepare, file, and monitor deadlines related to filings, office actions, annuities, examination requests, appeals, and other formal procedures
Manage and update internal systems and tracking spreadsheets
Interact with clients and foreign associates to obtain and provide documents, information, and updates
Support the technical and legal teams in preparing status reports, portfolio analyses, and performance indicator reports
Review technical and legal documents, ensuring compliance with internal standards and INPI requirements
Support internal and external audits and assist in organizing and archiving industrial property case files
Collaborate with the finance, compliance, technology, and litigation teams on cross-functional activities and process improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent higher education qualification
At least 2 years of prior experience with administrative and procedural patent matters
Experience with PCT and Paris Convention proceedings and interactions with foreign associates
Practical knowledge of INPI regulations and procedures
Fluent English, including reading and communication with foreign associates
Strong written communication and organizational skills
Teamwork skills
Ability to meet urgent deadlines
Ability to manage multiple demands and simultaneous deadlines
Participation in process improvement or automation projects is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work model
Diverse and inclusive work environment
Learning and development opportunities
Collaborative and innovative workplace