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Posted Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM Smart & Biggar is Canada''s largest firm specializing in intellectual property and technology law, with offices across Canada and in the Asia Pacific. We are committed to hiring diverse individuals. The Opportunity We are currently looking for IP Administrators to join our Trademark group. In this role you will perform a variety of trademark prosecution tasks and administrative duties in support of our national trademark practice. Opportunities are available for both permanent and temporary positions (minimum 14-month term). This role is open to both bilingual (French/English) and non-bilingual candidates. Responsibilities Review technical objections raised in Examiners reports, draft suggestions to overcome the objections and report to clients File responses to office actions, including revision of application and all relevant follow-through correspondences File extension of time requests with CIPO related to examination Other duties may be assigned or amended as required Qualifications, competencies and experience Office Administration, Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma, or relevant combination of education and work experience 2+ years of relevant Trademark experience in an office or law firm environment Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to deal directly with clients Excellent attention to detail, and is highly organized and proactive Experience using MS Office and has the ability to learn new software quickly Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced and ever-changing work environment Compensation The base salary for this role will be positioned between $63,000 - $77,000 taking into consideration factors such as location, job-related knowledge, prior experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Benefits A competitive compensation structure based on transparency, clarity and fairness A flexible benefits program (effective from day one) A fitness subsidy Personal days to help balance personal and professional commitments Smart & Biggar is a proud member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN). We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and accommodations are available on request. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr