IPR Assistant

About this role

Responsibilities

• We are looking for an IPR Assistant to join Orion's in-house IPR team. In this role, you will provide hands-on operational support in IPR matters, working closely with Patent and Trademark Counsels, external patent attorneys and internal stakeholders such as R&D, Legal and Finance.
• This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure to the full IPR lifecycle, operating from invention disclosures and name generation to grant and portfolio maintenance in an international in-house environment. You will also contribute to the development of more efficient and digital ways of working.
• The role is full-time and permanent, and you will report to Director, IPR. The position is based in Espoo with the possibility of hybrid working.
• Patent and trademark administration and portfolio support with handling invention disclosures, documentation, inventor assignments and rewards
• Supporting in patent priority, PCT, EP, national and regional filings, including formalities, powers of attorney, assignments and coordination with patent offices and external counsel
• Maintaining IP management systems, monitoring deadlines and official communications
• Supporting national phase entries, validations, grants, renewals, withdrawals and annuity payments
• Assisting in trademark filings, renewals and correspondence
• Handling invoicing, cost allocation, budget tracking and reporting related to IPR matters
• Supporting IPR governance processes, meetings, documentation and archiving
• What you can expect from us
• A key supporting role in Orion's IPR operations
• Broad exposure to international patent and trademark work
• A skilled and supportive IPR team
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within IPR
• At Orion Pharma, your work creates true impact and well-being for our customers, patients and society at large. Our culture of friendliness, respect, mutual appreciation and diversity creates a safe working environment where you