|Patent Secretary |12-Month Fixed-Term Contract, Maternity Cover|London|Hybrid Working
Leading European intellectual property firm working with some of the world's most innovative organisations is keen to welcome an experienced Patent Secretary to join their friendly Biotechnology team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. If you're highly organised, proactive and enjoy working in a collaborative, professional environment, we'd love to hear from you.
The opportunity
As a Patent Secretary, you'll provide dedicated PA and administrative support to ensure the smooth running of this stellar practice. You'll play a key role in managing priorities, maintaining client relationships and supporting complex patent administration within a busy, fast-paced team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous patent support experience who enjoys working independently while being part of a supportive and friendly team.
What you'll be doing
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing full PA and secretarial support to Patent Attorneys within the group.
- Managing busy diaries, inboxes and meeting arrangements.
- Coordinating international travel and itineraries.
- Preparing and amending correspondence, patent specifications and legal documentation.
- Producing invoices and supporting the billing process.
- Preparing official forms for UK, European and international patent applications.
- Monitoring patent deadlines and prompt lists using Inprotech.
- Liaising with clients, foreign associates and patent offices.
- Managing electronic case files and maintaining accurate records.
- Supporting the preparation of papers and bundles for oral proceedings.
- Assisting with general administrative tasks to ensure an efficient and high-quality service.
About you
You'll bring:
- Previous experience as a Patent Secretary, Patent Administrator or Legal Secretary within an intellectual property team.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail.
- The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues.
- A positive, flexible and client-focused attitude.
Experience with systems such as Inprotech, Aderant, SharePoint and Microsoft Office are highly desirable.
If you're looking to join a supportive team where your expertise will make a real impact, then do call Tim Brown on 0113 467 9798 or via: tim.brown@saccomann.com