Legal Secretary (IP)
12‑month Fixed‑Term Contract
Location: London
Working pattern: Hybrid
We are seeking a Legal Secretary to join our law firm client within their Intellectual Property team provide high‑level administrative and work management support to fee earners within.
This role supports a range of practice areas, including patents and trademarks, and requires excellent organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence and maintaining electronic files
- Monitoring deadlines and prompt lists, reminding fee earners of key dates
- Preparing and proofreading legal documentation and correspondence
- Supporting billing processes, including invoicing and e‑billing platforms
- Liaising with fee earners, clients and internal teams
- Providing cover and additional support to colleagues as required
Skills & Experience:
- Experience in professional services, ideally within intellectual property or patents
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Confident communicator with a positive, team‑focused approach
This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative and professional team on a fixed‑term basis, gaining valuable experience within intellectual property support.
Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.
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