Manager- Patent Drafting and Prosecution

Job Title : Manager – Patent Drafting & Prosecution

Location : Bangalore

Employment Type : Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced

Manager – Patent Drafting & Prosecution

with

5–8 years of prior experience

at a law firm or IP service company. The candidate should have a strong technical background (preferably in

Computer Science / IT ) and proven expertise in

drafting patent applications

and

preparing office action responses

across major jurisdictions, including the

US, Europe, and India . He / she should be a registered patent agent. The role also requires managing and mentoring a small team of patent professionals while ensuring the highest standards of quality and client service.

Key Responsibilities

Patent Drafting & Prosecution

Independently draft high-quality patent applications in

US, EP, and India .

Prepare and review responses to office actions from the USPTO, EPO, and Indian Patent Office.

Ensure all work meets jurisdiction-specific legal and technical requirements.

Project & Team Management

Manage and guide a team of

3–4 Sr. Associates / Associates

on drafting and prosecution assignments.

Review drafts prepared by team members, providing detailed feedback to improve quality.

Oversee project timelines, workload distribution, and delivery commitments.

Client Engagement

Collaborate with inventors, in-house counsel, and R&D teams to capture technical inventions.

Provide strategic advice on patentability, prosecution, and portfolio development.

Maintain strong client communication and ensure client satisfaction.

Quality & Process Development

Establish and implement best practices for patent drafting and prosecution.

Provide training and mentorship to team members for professional growth.

Continuously improve processes for efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

Qualifications & Skills

Education : Bachelor’s degree in

Computer Science / Information Technology / Engineering

(preferred).

Law degree (desirable).

Patent agent qualification (must)

Experience : 5–8 years

of experience in patent drafting and prosecution with a law firm or IP services company.

Hands-on experience in drafting patent applications and preparing responses to office actions for

US, EP, and India .

Prior experience in managing patent professionals or leading projects.

Skills & Competencies :

Strong understanding of patent laws and prosecution practices across US, EP, and India.

Excellent technical and legal drafting skills with attention to detail.

Ability to manage, mentor, and review work of junior team members.

Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Client-facing experience with global stakeholders.

What We Offer

Leadership role in a growing patent drafting & prosecution practice.

Opportunity to work with global clients across diverse technology domains.

Professional growth through challenging assignments and team leadership.

Competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.