Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen within a thriving business support team for a Secretary (Patents).
Key Responsibilities
As part of a friendly and hard-working secretarial team, you will provide high-quality support to busy fee-earners. Your duties will include:
* Preparing and issuing invoices
* Drafting correspondence and preparing documents
* Communicating with clients, agents and external contacts
* Updating internal systems and databases, including Inprotech
* Providing tailored support to meet specific client requirements, including using client portals/document management systems
* Managing records and general administrative tasks
About You
* At least 12 months’ secretarial experience within an Intellectual Property (IP) environment
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Positive, proactive attitude with the ability to pick up new systems and processes quickly
* Highly organised, able to prioritise multiple deadlines, and comfortable working on your own initiative
* Experience with invoicing and/or Inprotech is an advantage
What’s on Offer
* A competitive salary
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* An attractive benefits package
* A supportive, collaborative working environment and a welcoming, established team
This role offers an excellent opportunity to be part of a high-performing IP support function within a growing business support team.