Patent Agent Trainee

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada PCK Intellectual Property Full time

**START DATE**:ASAP; latest by October 1, 2025

**A BIT ABOUT US**

PCK Intellectual Property (“PCK”) is a leading boutique IP firm known for its exceptionally strong patent and trademark origination practice, acting directly before CIPO, the USPTO and WIPO. We work with clients across Canada, the U.S., and Europe, protecting innovations in software, telecommunications, medical devices, mechanical engineering, chemistry, and more. Our co-founders are authors of Canadian Patent Law (5th edition), a treatise cited by the Supreme Court of Canada, reflecting our thought leadership in IP law.

We value diversity, inclusion, and a positive, supportive workplace where our team thrives.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**
- Performing patentability searches and preparing patentability opinions.
- Training for the patent agent qualifying examination.
- Maintaining patent files and assisting with monitoring deadlines via electronic docketing system.
- Corresponding with clients and foreign associates to build and maintain successful client relationships.
- Attending client intake meetings and invention disclosure sessions.
- Attending startup conferences and participating in other business development initiatives to meet potential new clients.
- Researching and writing for the company website blog, the PCK IP Reporter, as needed.
- Any other tasks that may be assigned.

As a Patent Agent Trainee your role will help prepare you for the patent agent qualifying examinations and possible fulltime employment with PCK as a Registered Patent Agent.

**THE SKILL SET**
- Successful completion of a degree in engineering, computer science, science or a related field.
- Client-oriented and results-driven mindset, ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to structure information clearly, concisely, and logically.
- Excellent time management skills.
- High level of motivation and commitment.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team and foster positive client and colleague relationships.

**BENEFITS**
- Hybrid setting.
- Competitive benefits, including health, dental, life insurance, and an employee assistance program.
- 3 weeks’ vacation, 4 personal days, birthday off.
- Casual, friendly work culture and company events.

**HOW TO APPLY**

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON M4T 1X3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M4T 1X3

Expected start date: 2025-10-01

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