Document Controller – Lyon

WRS

Job description

Document Controller – Lyon

WRS are seeking a Document Controller specializing in IP Contracts to support the management, review, and tracking of intellectual property agreements. This role requires working closely with legal and commercial managers from a variety of organizations, including SMEs, universities, and public or private institutions, both within France and internationally. The position will be offered on a 12 month renewable contract basis, based residentially in Lyon, paying a day rate in Euros.

Key Responsibilities

  • IP Contract Review: Verify amounts, layouts, templates, billing details, essential clauses, and signatories to ensure contract accuracy.
  • Database Management: Maintain up-to-date and high-quality records in the IP Contracts database.
  • Electronic Signature Oversight: Manage the e-signing process and track signatures, coordinating with stakeholders and maintaining transparency.
  • Document Archiving: Store and archive electronically signed contracts in line with established procedures.
  • Royalty Collection: Track licensed technologies and oversee royalty collection in collaboration with operations and financial teams.
  • Contract Monitoring: Handle purchase requests, orders, and consultant contract monitoring, including due diligence and invoicing.

Skills and Experience Required

  • Proven experience in document control or contract management, ideally within an IP-focused environment.
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills, with attention to detail and adherence to procedures.
  • Proficiency in French and English (both written and spoken) is mandatory.
  • Familiarity with intellectual property contracts or patent processes is highly desirable.
  • Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Experience working for an Oil & Gas operator

Please note: Only candidates who are EU nationals or have valid EU work authorization can be considered for this role.

If you are interested, please apply.

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Document Controller – Lyon

WRS are seeking a Document Controller specializing in IP Contracts to support the management, review, and tracking of intellectual property agreements. This role requires working closely with legal and commercial managers from a variety of organizations, including SMEs, universities, and public or private institutions, both within France and internationally. The position will be offered on a 12 month renewable contract basis, based residentially in Lyon, paying a day rate in Euros.

Key Responsibilities

  • IP Contract Review: Verify amounts, layouts, templates, billing details, essential clauses, and signatories to ensure contract accuracy.
  • Database Management: Maintain up-to-date and high-quality records in the IP Contracts database.
  • Electronic Signature Oversight: Manage the e-signing process and track signatures, coordinating with stakeholders and maintaining transparency.
  • Document Archiving: Store and archive electronically signed contracts in line with established procedures.
  • Royalty Collection: Track licensed technologies and oversee royalty collection in collaboration with operations and financial teams.
  • Contract Monitoring: Handle purchase requests, orders, and consultant contract monitoring, including due diligence and invoicing.

Skills and Experience Required

  • Proven experience in document control or contract management, ideally within an IP-focused environment.
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills, with attention to detail and adherence to procedures.
  • Proficiency in French and English (both written and spoken) is mandatory.
  • Familiarity with intellectual property contracts or patent processes is highly desirable.
  • Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Experience working for an Oil & Gas operator

Please note: Only candidates who are EU nationals or have valid EU work authorization can be considered for this role.

If you are interested, please apply.