In-house Patent Paralegal

Stellar opportunity to join the in-house IP team of a leading high-profile, long-established business with a global reach. Sought is an experienced Patent Paralegal to provide support across a diverse portfolio of intellectual property rights.

Working alongside IP specialists, you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of the department, overseeing important procedural matters and helping to protect and maintain the organisation's intellectual property assets across different jurisdictions.

This is a hands-on position offering exposure to international patent processes, with some trade mark and design registrations, contractual documentation and the wider operational aspects of an IP function.

What will the role involve?

As a key member of the department, you will take responsibility for a range of portfolio administration and coordination activities, including:

Overseeing the administrative requirements associated with patent applications and subsequent prosecution stages.
Working with overseas representatives to progress international filings and ensure the necessary steps are completed across relevant territories.
Supporting the preparation and submission of documentation to intellectual property authorities.
Coordinating the execution of documents and ensuring formal requirements are satisfied where additional certification or authentication is needed.
Keeping track of important portfolio dates, including renewal requirements and associated payments.
Maintaining the department's electronic records and ensuring information is properly documented and accessible.
Providing administrative assistance in connection with intellectual property contracts and related arrangements.
Supporting the management of external costs and financial administration relating to the IP portfolio.
Working with colleagues to develop the department's support function and take ownership of additional responsibilities as your experience grows.

What are we looking for?

This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a specialist environment where accuracy, organisation and communication are essential.

You should be someone who:

Experience and a genuine enthusiasm working in intellectual property and its commercial importance.
Is methodical, organised and comfortable working with detailed information.
Can manage competing priorities and ensure important deadlines are not overlooked.
Takes pride in producing accurate work and seeing tasks through to completion.
Enjoys working collaboratively while also being confident managing individual responsibilities.
Is comfortable communicating with a variety of people, including colleagues, external advisers and international contacts.

The recognised CIPA qualification would be beneficial, although there is scope for the successful individual to undertake professional training and develop their knowledge further.

What's on offer?

In addition to the opportunity to establish yourself within a specialist IP environment, the business offers a competitive package, including:

25 days' holiday, rising with service, plus bank holidays.
Hybrid working arrangements, with up to two days from home each week.
Employer pension contributions of up to 8%.
Flexible working arrangements.
A bonus scheme with potential payments of up to 10% of basic salary.
Free parking.
On-site catering and gym facilities.
Access to company fitness initiatives and social events.
Cycle to Work scheme.

If you are looking for a position where you can develop specialist IP knowledge, take on increasing responsibility and become an integral part of an established in-house team, this could be an excellent next step in your career.

Confidentially, please do call Tim Brown on 0113 467 9798 or via: Tim.Brown@saccomann.com