Patent Attorney - Mechanical Engineering (2yrs-Senior Associate)AFL Recruitment - Accounting Financial Legal – Melbourne VICSalary: $90,000 - $190,000 a yearOur client is a renowned multi-award winning elite integrated IP firm which attracts and retains top IP professionals and enviable blue-chip local & international clients.As a valued key member of their winning Engineering team, you will delight in the challenge, stimulation, and satisfaction of:Applying your technical expertise and commercial acumen in advising and creating strategies to protect and enforce the patent rights of your blue-chip local/international clients.Key Responsibilities: Drafting and prosecuting patent applications in the engineering and/or ICT fields;Advising clients in relation to patent portfolio management, infringement, and patentability issues;Assisting in patent oppositions and/or patent litigation.What's in it for you? Join an internationally renowned premier integrated intellectual property firm;Stretch and maximize your potential in both technical and strategic commercial value-add;Work with blue-chip clients and cutting-edge technologies;Enjoy ongoing learning and visible career growth/promotion opportunities;Learn from and be inspired by an A+ team of industry-leading mentors/colleagues;Receive generous staff benefits (e.g., parental leave, health & well-being programs) and additional financial incentives;Experience work flexibility including WFH, social, and community activities.Who You Are: Minimum 24 months' post-qualification experience (up to Senior Associate level) as a registered Australian/NZ patent attorney or an overseas qualified patent attorney nearing qualification in Australia/NZ;Degree or higher qualifications (e.g., Masters/PhD) in mechanical engineering or similar;Strong analytical and technical skills/knowledge;Some hands-on experience in prosecuting/drafting patents (desirable);Outstanding communication, time management, and people interaction skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr