Recruiting in IP:
IP paralegals and administrators

Hiring or outsourcing?

Strengthening your IP administration team doesn’t always mean hiring a full-time employee. Mixing your recruiting strategy with the use of a safe and reliable outsourcing service like IP-Safe, can make IP departments run smoother, bridge the gaps, and sometimes be a permanent solution with the advantage of using the outsourcing service flexibly according to demand.

You probably know it, but hiring isn’t always easy, in fact, in intellectual property administration, it can be difficult to immediately find candidates with relevant experience and qualitifcations. Challenges can include:

Difficulties in finding the right expertise
IP administration requires specialized knowledge, and skilled professionals are not always readily available.

Lengthy and costly hiring processes
Recruiting, onboarding, and training new employees takes time and resources.

Workload fluctuations
The need for IP administrative support often varies, making a permanent hire not always the ideal solution.

Retention challenges
Employee turnover can sometimes create gaps in IP administration, leaving critical tasks at risk.

One-person dependency
Relying on a single employee for IP administration can lead to disruptions if they leave or take extended leave.

Outsourcing as a Strategic Supplement

Outsourcing can be a flexible and effective way to support your in-house IP department. Outsourcing does usually not mean replacing your team but often complementing it with tailored and reliable support when you need it.

Advantages include:

Bridging gaps in coverage
Whether due to employee leave, transitions, or hiring delays, outsourcing ensures uninterrupted support.

Scalable assistance
Adapt to workload variations without committing to a full-time hire.

Expertise on demand
Gain access to specialized IP administration knowledge without a long recruitment process.

Cost-efficient solution
Only pay for the support you need, making budgeting more predictable.

At IP-Safe, we work as an integrated part of your team, providing seamless support in your existing systems. Whether you need full or partial outsourcing, temporary assistance, or ongoing collaboration, we’re here to ensure your IP administration runs smoothly.

Don’t hesitate to contact us, if you are interested in learning more about what IP-Safe can offer you.