Patent Agent / Patent Agent Trainee — Intellectual Property (Ottawa)

An established Intellectual Property department is seeking Patent Agents across all seniority levels, including junior agents and trainees, to join its Ottawa office under a hybrid working arrangement. Candidates should have a background in software, electronics, or computer-related subject matter and be either already qualified or eager to train toward certification as a Canadian Patent Agent.

The role centers on drafting and prosecuting patent applications, primarily in mechanics, electronics, and artificial intelligence/software/computer-related technologies. The successful candidate will also support client work aligned with a leading emerging and high-growth practice, offering exposure to fast-moving, technology-driven portfolios.

This is a hands-on opportunity to build a prosecution practice across a broad technology base while developing deep Canadian patent expertise.

• Advanced degree (M.Sc., preferably Ph.D.) in electrical engineering, physics, computer science, software engineering, or a related field
• Three or more years of relevant work experience with exposure to patents and gathering IP disclosures in the relevant technical area
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work product
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with internal and external clients
• Basic knowledge of Canadian patent practice (including recent legislative changes) or a willingness to learn
• Exposure to a wide array of technologies and understanding of patent structure/specification writing in other technical areas (e.g., simple mechanical devices) an asset
• Experience managing client relationships or coordinating worldwide patent prosecution an asset
• If not already a Patent Agent, willingness to study as a Class 3 Patent Agent Trainee and fulfill training and certification requirements toward Class 1 Registered Canadian Patent Agent status