Patent Administrator

  • Job Reference: JO0000005638
  • Date Posted: 18 September 2024
  • Recruiter: Ryder Reid Legal
  • Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
  • Salary: On Application
  • Sector: Administrative
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Patent Administrator

Location: Cambridge

Working Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days in the office, 3 from home)

Salary: Up to £50,000 + benefits

About the company: They are an exciting, full-service Intellectual Property firm that have offices in the UK and Europe. Being around for nearly 100 years, they provide excellent and comprehensive IP and legal services across various specialist sectors. They are a fantastic company that fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture and make sure all their employees thrive!

Role Overview: They are seeking a skilled Patent Administrator to join their team in the Cambridge office. The ideal candidate will be CIPA qualified, have 3-4 years prior experience, and possess exceptional people and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drafting letters and email correspondence.
  • Amending documents and maintaining files.
  • Arranging meetings for fee earners.
  • Provide cover support to other Patent Administrators.
  • Preparing patent applications.
  • Use of IPT where necessary to complete relevant tasks such as entering new files, updating dates, and clearing deadlines.
  • Preparing invoices and credit notes.

Qualifications:

  • 3-4 years previous experience within IP and who holds a CIPA qualification.
  • Exceptional people and relationship building skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Good attention to detail and methodical in their work.
  • Able to work on their own initiative and work efficiently under pressure.
  • Legal secretarial and partnership experience is desirable.

Benefits:

  • Private medical insurance and gym membership.
  • Cycle scheme and interest-free season ticket loan.
  • Recruitment incentives.
  • Social groups and activities.

Application Process: For further information and to apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist, for almost thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for our latest vacancies. https://uk.linkedin.com/company/ryder-reid-legal.