Senior Patent Paralegal at Novartis Pharma AG in Basel

Keywords

• Patent Paralegal
• Intellectual Property
• Patent Prosecution
• Novartis
• Basel
• IP Administration

Summary

Join Novartis in Basel as a Senior Patent Paralegal to manage complex global patent portfolios and drive operational excellence within the Intellectual Property team.

Job Description

Novartis Pharma AG is looking for a Senior Patent Paralegal to join the Intellectual Property team in Basel. In this hybrid role, you will act as a trusted expert partner, managing complex global patent portfolios and helping to bring scientific discoveries to market. You will work closely with patent professionals, inventors, and international partners in a collaborative global environment.

Your tasks

• Manage complex global patent portfolios and ensure the timely execution of intellectual property filing activities.
• Prepare and coordinate documentation for European, United States, international, and foreign patent applications.
• Monitor patent dockets, deadlines, and correspondence to safeguard intellectual property rights.
• Serve as a key resource on patent procedures, regulations, and best practices.
• Collaborate with patent attorneys, inventors, and international partners to advance innovation programs.
• Lead process improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
• Mentor and train colleagues on patent prosecution processes and intellectual property administration.

Your profile

• Paralegal or intellectual property certification, or equivalent professional experience in patent administration.
• Extensive experience managing international patent prosecution activities in a law firm or corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of European, United States, Patent Cooperation Treaty, and foreign filing practices.
• Proven ability to manage complex patent portfolios with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills and the ability to collaborate globally.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a proven sense of ownership and accountability.

What we offer

• A competitive annual base salary range of CHF 82,600 to CHF 153,400, determined by skills and experience.
• Eligibility for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.
• Competitive benefits in kind, including insurance plans, retirement plans, and wellbeing resources.
• Flexible and hybrid working options where possible, and a minimum of 14 weeks paid parental leave.
• Note: Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role based in Basel.