Patent Secretary

Are you an experienced Patent Secretary looking for an exciting new opportunity? Look no further! We are happy to partner with a leading Intellectual Property firm known for its innovative approach and unmatched expertise. As they continue to make groundbreaking achievements in the industry, they are actively seeking a talented and motivated Patent Secretary to join their dynamic team.In this role, you'll support up to two or three fee earners at the associate/technical assistant level. Your responsibilities will include managing fee–earner emails and correspondence, preparing standard correspondence and e–filings for patent applications, oppositions, and responses, as well as handling document production and preparing documentation for opposition hearings. Your organisational skills and attention to detail will be crucial in managing busy workloads and dealing with various tasks. Responsibilities:

• Document production eg, audio transcription, copy trying, top & trailing and PDF editing
• Managing fee–earner emails and correspondence, including within our DMS
• Preparing documentation (electronic and paper) for opposition hearings
• Preparing standard correspondence and EPOline e–filings for patent applications, oppositions, responses, and general correspondence

Requirements:

• CIPA Certificate is advantageous
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage and organize busy workloads
• Excellent problem–solving skills