Deacons has one of Hong Kong's leading Intellectual Property practices.  Our Trade Marks Group seeks a highly motivated, bright and dynamic paralegal with trade mark experience preferably gained from an international law firm or an IP law firm.
Job Description:
• Handle a wide range of trade mark matters including trade mark searches, prosecution work, oppositions and portfolio management
• Will work directly with partners and senior lawyers
Requirements:
• Preferably have completed legal studies
• Experience: At least 1 to 2 years of IP / trade mark experience
• Languages: Fluency in Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin) and English (both written and spoken)
• Traits: Team player, proactive, diligent, multi-tasking, time sensitive, attention to details, and organized

We are seeking a high calibre and experienced paralegal to join our Commercial Litigation Practice Group.  The role is to provide legal support to lawyers within the practice group, including document review and indexing, research, preparation of court documents and bundles, drafting simple correspondence, liaising with clients and third parties, and translation work.  

Requirements:

• Holder of a law degree (LLB) or a diploma in law/legal studies or equivalent
• Experience in a law firm/the legal industry
• Excellent command of English and Chinese (both written and oral)
• Proficiency in Putonghua is not necessary, but would be an advantage
• Hard working, highly organised and enthusiastic
• Analytical, with good attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication (written and oral ) and proof-reading skills
• A team player, but able to work independently
• Computer literacy - well versed in MS Office, Word and Excel

We are looking for high calibre university graduates from Hong Kong/ Mainland China to join our Funds team, which services the fastest growing asset management industry in HK.  This is a good opportunity for bright and enthusiastic candidates to gain legal work experience and to further develop their legal career.  The role includes:

• Assisting in the preparation of legal documentation for funds and SFC forms
• Assisting in the preparation, processing and following up of licence applications
• Assisting and supporting other duties within the compliance and regulatory practice group
• Assisting in the co-ordination and liaison with regulatory authorities and clients

 Requirements:

• A degree holder in legal or financial studies or other related professional discipline
• Good understanding and knowledge of the financial services industry including funds management, compliance and regulatory functions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent English and Chinese language skills
• A good team player 

We invite applications for a position as Billing Executive in IP Administration Group.

• Preparing and drafting bills for approval, finalizing and sending approved bills to clients for payments
• Maintained all data and matter files properly on Accounting and Case Management systems
• Secondary graduate or above
• Relevant experience with accounting/e-billing systems, well versed in MS Word, Excel and Chinese Word Processing
• Good command in both the English and Chinese languages
• Organized and self-motivated
• Willingness to learn and proactive
• Willingness to work overtime

Deacons has an award winning Intellectual Property practice in Hong Kong.  Our Hong Kong and International Trade Marks Group is looking for a highly motivated senior paralegal with trade mark experience gained from an international law firm or an IP law firm.  The successful candidate will handle a wide range of trade mark matters including clearance searches, prosecutions, oppositions, and portfolio management, and will work directly with senior lawyers. 

Requirements:

• University graduate preferably with a degree in law or a diploma in legal studies
• At least 2 years of experience in trade marks matters, preferably with Hong Kong prosecution experience
• Fluent in written and spoken Chinese and English
• Self-motivated, good common sense, solid work ethics, able to multi-task and to work under pressure
• Organized, attention to details, team player, and good communication skills

We invite bright individuals to join our Corporate Finance Practice Group as prospectus writers.  The role will be responsible for collecting and analysing data, and writing prospectuses according to instructions and timeline.  Successful candidates must have passion in writing, and excellent writing and editorial skills in English.

Requirements:

• University graduate with a degree in Journalism and Media Studies, or a degree in English Language Studies
• Excellent English writing and editorial skills
• Ability to read and understand Chinese
• Ability to analyse data and present information in a clear, concise and understandable manner
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Strong communication skills and a team player
• Familiarity with the capital markets is an advantage
• Previous experience in writing prospectuses or other similar documents preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with support and undertake trade mark administrative work, including but not limited to trade mark filings, publication and registration, renewals and maintenance, preparation and review of evidence of use, invoicing, notarisation and legalisation, preparation of fee quotations, recordal work and related matters
• Draft pre-filing advice, reporting letters and attend to routine client communications under the direction of the fee earners
• Arrange / conduct trade mark searches on official Trade Marks Registers and carry out directed online research
• Prepare quarterly and annual trade mark status reports
• Maintain close working relationships and situational awareness across the team and group
• Ensure that all templates and procedures used are up-to-date and coherent
• Update electronic information and files to ensure all matters are tracked and processed correctly
• Liaise and work cross-team to facilitate cross-functional projects
• Team Working: be prepared to cover the duties of teammates during periods of absence or to reinforce specific teams during surge activity periods

Skills Requirement

ESSENTIAL

• University Graduate - Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Diploma
• Minimum 1 - 2 years relevant experience in administrative support role
• Strong organizational skills and attention to details
• Strong communication skills 
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Strong team working skills, initiative and self-motivated
• Proficient in PC operation and MS Office

DESIRABLE

• Legal qualifications highly advantageous
• Relevant experience in legal firms; Intellectual Property experience highly advantageous
• Experience in a high profile administrative role, working with time critical deadlines and holding organisational responsibilities
• Solid working experience in corporate / commercial practices
• Good knowledge in recording chargeable time and preparing bills

Requirements:

• At least 2 years secretarial experience gained from legal / professional firms
• Relevant Litigation experience is preferred
• Diploma holder of Legal Studies or related disciplines is a plus
• Excellent English and Chinese language skills, proficiency in Putonghua is an added advantage
• Well versed in MS Office applications with strong document formatting skills
• Attention to detail, organized and self-motivated; a team player
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Candidate with less experience will also be considered for a junior role.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years secretarial experience gained from legal / professional firms
• Relevant IP experience is preferred
• Diploma holder of Legal Studies or related disciplines is a plus
• Excellent English and Chinese language skills, proficiency in Putonghua is an added advantage
• Well versed in MS Office applications with strong document formatting skills
• Attention to detail, organized and self-motivated; a team player
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 

Candidate with less experience will also be considered for a junior role.