Department: Trade Marks - Support
Location: Leeds
Description
We are now looking for an experienced IP Administrator to join our established Trade Marks team in Leeds, to assist with the smooth running of the Trade Mark administration. This role is on a fixed term basis, for 18 months.
You will receive dedicated training to help you understand Trade Mark and Design administration at Appleyard Lees IP LLP in the context of the IP world. You will also have access to procedure guides and 'how to' documents for reference. An eye for detail, accuracy and excellent organisational skills are imperative in this extremely busy role.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare relevant forms for filing Trade Mark applications around the world, showing excellent accuracy and attention to detail
Prepare and file supporting documentation for filing at various Trade Mark Offices, including using relevant online software where applicable
Prepare documents and correspondence for clients and overseas agents, with technically challenging content
Create and process complicated invoices
Review and action workflow correspondence received from Paralegal the same day as work is received, dealing with urgent correspondence as a priority
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Experience working in a similar role within IP Law
A CITMA qualification is desirable but not essential
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Ability to adhere to strict deadlines
Produce work to a high level, with attention to detail
Ability to work independently and in a team
Benefits
We pride ourselves on being small and friendly enough for you to get to know everyone – but big enough to offer you great career prospects. At Appleyard Lees, you won't feel like a number or just another cog in the wheel. We understand everyone is individual and offer a friendly and supportive place to work and learn.
We also offer:
34 hour working week, Monday - Friday
Agile working
A supportive and friendly place to work and learn
Annual salary review
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Holiday Purchase Scheme
Salary Exchange
Life assurance
Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing App
Group Income Protection
Long Service Milestones
Social outings
Vouchers on Christmas, Birthdays and Special Occasions
Charity events