IP Paralegal

* A solid foundation in IP is required, with a minimum of 12-18 months prior experience. A Chartered Trade Mark Attorney qualification or law degree is advantageous but not required.* Law firm or in-house experience with large or complicated multi-jurisdiction trade mark portfolios.* Experience with contested IP proceedings is advantageous.* A good working knowledge of trade mark law and practice.* Working knowledge of copyright, patent and trade secret protection and other related areas is also advantageous.* Developed computer skills, including on-line trade mark clearance searching, trade mark maintenance database software (Anaqua preferred), word processing, and Excel.* Willingness to have a flexible time work schedule, to help accommodate time zone differences within the IP team and global business.* Excellent analytical, commercial, and pragmatic approach – applies knowledge of the law and understanding of the business, with shown ability to generate respect from both the business and colleagues for judgement, approach and commitment.* Excellent interpersonal/communication skills; experience of effective engagement with business partners, always creating a good impression and being approachable; viewed as a reference point.* Excellent professionalism, commitment and integrity.* Confident in and sensitive to different cultures and a passion for Diageo’s success.* Demonstrates deep personal accountability for great performance, stays focussed on commercial priorities and critical business agenda.* Knowing and being responsive to external influences on the business and knowing when and where to provide input/stand ground.With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 30,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world.Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented people from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of.With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people\’s unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential.**DRINKiQ** #J-18808-Ljbffr