Trademark Assistant
Own a trademark portfolio end to end: clearance searches, international filings, deadlines and oppositions, with the freedom to shape how the work gets done.
Remote, with office options in Berlin or Munich
- 40-100%
- Immediate start or upon agreement
- Full proficiency in German and English
LEXR is a law firm built around the innovation ecosystem: 35+ lawyers across Switzerland, Germany and the US, supporting clients in SaaS, AI, DeepTech and MedTech. We think in terms of solutions and value created, not time spent, and we productize legal work so that it scales. We are looking for someone who thinks independently, makes practical decisions and moves matters forward.
What you will do
- Conduct trademark clearance searches and preliminary assessments.
- Draft and file trademark applications internationally.
- Correspond with clients and IP authorities, including the DPMA, IGE, EUIPO, WIPO and national offices.
- Maintain and manage trademark portfolios.
- Monitor and manage deadlines for filings, renewals and oppositions.
- Support oppositions and monitoring work.
- Improve the internal workflows and processes around trademark management.
What we are looking for
The first four are hard requirements. The rest are good to have.
- Languages Full proficiency in German and English. French is a strong plus.
- Detail orientation Organisational skill, and care with dates and records.
- Ownership Willingness to own your work, your clients and your projects, with the freedom to shape how you deliver.
- Proactive mindset Curiosity, and the habit of asking before a deadline is close.
- Good to have Familiarity with national and international trademark systems, prior experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in IP, a track record of working independently, and the ability to fold AI tools into your workflow.
What we offer
- Meaningful work Fast-paced startups and emerging tech companies, not filing queues.
- Freedom and ownership You shape your own workday.
- Remote-first setup Flexibility, plus co-working access through Outsite.
- Team spirit Regular retreats to innovation hubs such as Lisbon, Paris or Amsterdam.
- Attractive compensation Aligned with experience and local market levels.
- Learning and development Training, mentoring, and access to LegalTech and AI tools.
Our application process
How we hire
Our legal services are based on transparency and respect, so why shouldn't our hiring process be too? Hiring is a mutual process, which is why we give you a real insight into our values, culture, and how we work from the off. Remember, you're interviewing us as well.
Master the basics
Legal work requires diligence, logical thinking and verbal reasoning skills. To test these basics, every candidate that matches the profiles we're looking for completes a quick online test.
Getting to know each other
Chat with your potential team head, plus a LEXR team member, to find out whether the role and environment fit you and the future you envision for yourself.
Show us what you can do
Complete a written and oral sample work challenge and show us how you work.
Decision
Shortly after completing our hiring steps we'll let you know whether you get an offer to become part of the team.
Apply for this position
Send your CV and a short note on why you want to join to contact@lexr.com with the subject line "Trademark Assistant". If you are unsure whether to apply but meet the hard requirements, apply anyway.
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