Patent Paralegal

Patent Paralegal London | Permanent | Full Time | Hybrid Working This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Patent Administrator or Patent Paralegal looking to join a supportive and well-established IP environment and further develop their career. The firm offer hybrid working, excellent benefits and market competitive salary. Working within a busy and collaborative team, you will provide comprehensive support to a partner of the firms London office. The Role This is a varied position offering exposure to a broad range of patent administration and paralegal responsibilities. Duties will include:

• Preparing documentation relating to UK, European and International patent applications, including PCT applications.
• Preparing and amending technical documents, forms and correspondence.
• Monitoring patent formalities and deadlines and liaising with internal Records teams where necessary.
• Maintaining case and client records, including formalities information.
• Assisting with information gathering from IP offices and online databases, including the EPO, UKIPO and WIPO.
• Assisting with assignments, changes of name and address, and other recordal matters.
• Preparing documentation for execution and coordinating instructions with overseas associates.
• Preparing correspondence and reporting letters for clients.
• Instructing overseas agents in connection with patent, design and trade mark filings, including PCT national phase applications.
• Managing incoming and outgoing communications and supporting Attorneys with client correspondence.
• Maintaining Attorney diaries and assisting with workload and deadline monitoring.
• Preparing cost estimates, status reports and portfolio schedules.
• Assisting with billing administration, including adding official fees and service charges and preparing invoices.
• Maintaining accurate client information and records on the firm's IP management system.
• Providing general administrative support, including arranging meetings, travel and other ad hoc requirements. About You The successful candidate will have previous experience providing patent administrative support either as a patent administrator or patent paralegal. The CIPA (or similar qualification) is desirable but not essential. Key skills and experience include:
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• The ability to work independently and use your own initiative.
• Strong attention to detail.
• The ability to manage a busy workload and respond to changing priorities.
• A proactive and approachable team-player attitude.
• Strong Microsoft skills.
• The willingness and ability to learn new systems and procedures. Any current / planned study would be supported/adopted. Please apply today for further information.