Drafting and implementing business and marketing plans consistent with the corporate identity and overall business strategies. Identifying campaigns to grow new and existing business by providing instrumental support to partners in strategically identifying and establishing relationships with new clients as well as maintaining and growing relationships with current clients.Experience with pitching and proposal writing primarily in the area of corporate mergers and acquisitions, specifically in the manufacturing, foodstuff, and automobile industries. These pitches are mainly focused on the Bangkok office, but I also emphasize our global capabilities. As the lead creator, I work collaboratively with global offices to ensure the success of the pitch.Managing directory submissions, league tables and awards - actively promoting the Group’s credentials in various platforms, which have resulted in the firm and its partners being ranked and acknowledged by various prestigious magazines and professional bodies for their work within the legal fraternity. Coordinating events and conferences to improve market positions and generate leads for practice groups as well as actively participating in marketing and networking events.Drafting and updating all marketing channels/materials, which includes keeping the firm’s website up-to-date and relevant by working with the partners to produce thinking articles, newsletters and media releases on the latest legal issues as well as creative information dissemination to ensure everyone is aware of the latest developments and information of interest, whereby raising the firm profile via various communication channels.Rajen is very much in-tune with legal developments within the IP practice group where his passion is. He is hands-on when it comes to drafting various correspondences and advice on many trademark and patent-related matters. On a broader perspective of IP related articles.

Research work in the areas of :-- human trafficking, smuggling or illegal immigration in Thailand and ASEAN, - reviewing/comparing international, regional & domestic legal framework, in relation to the subject- issues relating to identification, prevention, and protection in relation to human trafficking, smuggling or illegal immigration - UN Global Compact - research on the possible implementation of UN Global Compact in Thailand.

Very diversified role! His legal experience in the Middle East focussed mainly on contracts within the tourism industry. He was assigned to work for a well-known destination management company under the Emirates Airlines group of companies. His role there further extended to offering confidential support to three managers in different areas of work (Operations Manager, Professional Conference Organiser, MICE Manager and Business Development Manager). In this role, Rajen handled a large area of recruitment and HR performance management, planning and organisation, as well as the implementation of policies and procedures, organising training and team building activities.

In the capacity of a legal associate I was in charge of all trade mark affairs of the Malaysian office. I handled trade mark filings, handling office actions from the Malaysian Trade Marks Registry, attending to queries from clients and overseeing general affairs of the KL office.Area of practice includes registration of trademarks and general advisory work relating to the various forms of IP rights, including trademarks, copyright and industrial design rights. My experience also includes advising on and drafting agreements relating to intellectual property, such as licensing, transfer and assignment, joint ownership and distributorship. My role also involves me meeting up with clients as well as officers at the Registry. I worked independently and have 2 secretaries to supervise. Have had the opportunity to represent the company at various international conferences/seminars such as ASEAN IP Association Annual Conference (AIPA) & International Trade Mark Association (INTA).Administrative Executive - Ensure the smooth running of the Malaysian office, reporting back to the General Manager, who is based in Singapore.

In the capacity of a legal associate, I was responsible for prosecuting for trademark registrations and oppositions. Jurisdiction involves US, Europe and the Asia Pacific region. In the capacity of a Public Relations Officer, I was in charge of promoting the firm into the international law establishments. Conducting researches and being alert to various seminars and meetings for participation with the view to further expose the company in the marketplace.

Established and oversaw regular contact with international legal and business counterparts. Maintained constant communication with the relevant authorities to expedite grants of registration in various jurisdictions. Instituted changes to increase productivity, decrease costs, and enhance employee loyalty. Developed policies and procedures related to administration and legal issues.

Analyzed and solved management issues and related problems. Other duties : forward planning, case file research and editing related to trademarks, copyright protection, and other company administration issues. Computer literacy enhanced by constant on the job usage of skills and abilities.

Prosecution for trademark registration and oppositions.Administering trademark applications/registrations in Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei and drafting legal submission to overcome objections.Instructing foreign associates on trademark applications, registrations and oppositions in various countries ; UK, EU, USA, Canada, India, Pakistan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand and China.Recovering debts owned to firm and paying invoicesperforming office operations - answering telephone enquiries of trademark procedures, organising functions for IP related skillsSupervising studentscontinuing in-house legal educationWith the introduction of Registered Design registration in Singapore, wrote and published an article for clients.