Overview
Join to apply for the Patent Paralegal role at Martins Industries - Your Tire Equipment Manufacturer.
This is a full-time permanent position based in Bristol, London, Sheffield or Warwick. Hybrid working options, including working from home, are available.
Responsibilities
* Being part of a hybrid team combining admin and fee earner tasks, including all typing of documents, including letters, emails, and patent specifications. The majority of the teams work is autonomous, with responsibility for all reporting matters direct to the clients paralegal team.
* Managing all new filings and submissions to the EPO and UKIPO, setting and managing all the tasks for the fee earner team.
* Managing own and team inboxes, processing emails and electronic post, updating our case management system and acknowledging receipt, where appropriate.
* Accurate and daily maintenance of computerised case management system, including following workflows and generating standard correspondence from templates, and liaising with the Records and Accounts departments.
* Preparation of official forms for UK, European and other patent applications, including use of online filing software, the payment of official fees and reporting accurately.
* Organising and prioritising own workload and keeping a level-headed approach in a busy working environment.
* Accurately following Withers & Rogers processes and procedures, and client-specific processes and procedures where applicable.
* Producing/maintaining documentation to capture processes developed for this key client.
* Accurate preparation and processing of invoices, using e-billing systems with minimal fee earner involvement (fixed price billing).
About You / Qualifications
* Demonstrable patent administration experience.
* A proactive approach with the ability to balance and prioritise workload, remain composed and level-headed during periods of particularly busy activity, and being proactive in helping other members of the team. Ability to manage incoming team's emails, judge urgency, and action as required.
* Good communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of internal and external contacts.
* Attention to detail and pride in work product.
* Good Microsoft package skills, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel (essential), with an understanding of case management systems and experience of following/generating standard procedures and templates for repeat tasks.
* The desire to learn and a willingness to become involved.
* Ability to work individually and within a team.
Your Rewards
* Competitive salary
* Benefits such as healthcare cash plan and additional holiday purchase scheme
* Flexible working options
* Enhanced Parental Leave options
* Positive and welcoming work environment
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.
We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to broaden their knowledge, challenge themselves and share their ideas.
If you think you have the skills to succeed, we would love to hear from you.
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