Love trade marks and looking for a role where your experience is genuinely valued?

At FB Rice, you'll join one of Australia's leading intellectual property firms, working alongside recognised experts who advise some of the world's most innovative organisations. More importantly, you'll be joining a supportive, high-performing team that enjoys what they do and helps each other succeed.

If you're an experienced Trade Marks Assistant who thrives on organisation, accuracy and building strong relationships, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join FB Rice? This is more than a traditional administration role. You'll be a trusted part of a specialist trade marks team, supporting the protection of valuable brands across Australia, New Zealand and internationally.

You'll work closely with attorneys, clients and overseas associates, playing a key role in keeping matters moving, managing critical deadlines and delivering an exceptional client experience.

We offer the stability and resources of a top-tier firm, combined with a genuinely collaborative culture where your contribution is recognised and appreciated.

What You'll Be Doing As a Trade Marks Assistant, you'll be responsible for:

Preparing trade mark applications and related filings

Managing case records and maintaining accurate data in our IP management system

Monitoring deadlines and critical dates across trade mark portfolios

Working closely with attorneys to ensure matters progress efficiently

Preparing correspondence, reports and invoices

Liaising with clients, overseas associates and trade mark offices across multiple jurisdictions

Assisting with precedents, templates and process improvements

Supporting the smooth delivery of high-quality client service

About You You're an experienced Trade Marks Assistant with several years' recent trade marks experience,



ideally gained within a specialist IP practice or law firm.

You'll also bring:

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy

Excellent organisational and time management skills

The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience using IP management software, ideally Inprotech

A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a willingness to help wherever needed

Most importantly, you'll enjoy working with people and be someone who brings energy, professionalism and a positive attitude to the team.

Working at FB Rice For more than 75 years, FB Rice has helped clients protect and realise the value of their intellectual property. Our teams work with an impressive mix of Australian and international clients across a broad range of industries, from emerging businesses to some of the world's most recognised brands.

With offices across Australia and New Zealand, we're proud of the inclusive, supportive culture we've built and the opportunities we provide for our people to develop rewarding long-term careers.

What We Offer

Hybrid and adaptable working arrangements

Generous paid parental leave

Health and wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Program

Active social club and regular team events

A collaborative environment where people are encouraged to grow and succeed

The opportunity to work with leading IP professionals and high-quality clients

Interested? To be considered, you must have excellent written and verbal English skills and unrestricted working rights in Australia

FB Rice recognises the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages any interested candidates with the above-mentioned technical background and professional skills to apply. For more information about our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visithttps://www.fbrice.com.au/life-at-fb-rice.

📌 Legal Assistant (Sydney)
🏢 FB Rice
📍 Sydney