Job Description
Job Purpose About IP Solutions RWS IP Solutions is the world’s leading provider of intellectual property support services. With over 60 years of experience, our leadership in high quality patent translations, foreign patent filing, IP research and patent renewal services is unrivalled. Combining expert patent translators and advanced technology ensure translations of the highest consistency and quality. We help streamline clients’ internal processes, providing flexible, cost-effective foreign filing services reducing the administrative burden associated with protecting IP on a global scale. We offer patent renewals and recordals services, as well as the widest range of IP research services on the market. RWS IP Solutions supports its clients throughout the entire IP lifecycle, from concept to commercialisation. RWS clients include many of the world's best known brands, and 18 out of 20 of the world’s largest patent filers. For further information, please visit: https://www.rws.com/intellectual-property-services/ Job Purpose The Senior IP Analyst is responsible for leading patent research initiatives, including prior art and freedom-to-operate (FTO) searches, while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 quality standards. The role involves managing complex search projects, delivering high-quality outputs, and supporting team members to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Job Overview Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive prior art searches (novelty, patentability, validity, and state-of-the-art) and FTO analyses. Develop and implement advanced search strategies tailored to client requirements. Review and analyze patent documents, technical literature, and search results to ensure accuracy and completeness. Prepare detailed, client-ready reports summarizing findings and providing actionable insights. Perform technical (Checker 1) and administrative (Checker 2) evaluations in line with ISO 9001 standards. Conduct patent landscape analysis to assess competitive and technolo