Patent Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Manage and follow patent formalities in France and internationally, including filings, official notifications, grants, extensions, and EP/PCT validations
• Ensure rigorous management of official deadlines and meticulous file tracking
• Maintain and update IP portfolio management tools, including data extraction and reporting
• Act as a global interface, collaborating with patent engineers, agents, legal counsel, and trademark assistants worldwide
• Participate in cross-functional projects with the international Center of Excellence (COE) to harmonize and optimize practices

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in patent procedure management (within an IP firm or industry)
• Mandatory CAB (Certificat d'Assistant Brevet) or CEAB (Certificat Européen d'Administration des Brevets) certification, or currently in progress
• Mastery of FR, EP, and PCT procedures
• Fluent English (written and spoken) for daily interaction with international teams
• Proficiency in Google Suite and IP management software
• Strong organizational skills, autonomy, and a collaborative team spirit

About the Company

Air Liquide is a world leader in gases, technologies, and services for Industry and Health. We leverage energy and environmental transitions, healthcare changes, and digitization to deliver value to our stakeholders. We offer a stimulating environment with extensive learning and development opportunities where innovation is at the heart of everything we do.