Job Overview
Apply now Patent Secretary - Legal We have an opening for a Patent Secretary to join one of Europes most renowned IP specialists. This role is one of the most interesting on the market at the moment. This is a chance to join a fantastic and hungry team where your career can be taken to new heights. If you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity to join a top IP firm this is a great opportunity for you. Patent Secretary - Legal Standard hours of 9am to 5pm Do you have 4+years experience within Patents? Do you want to work for an impressive and established law firm? Patent Secretary - Legal Duties include: Preparing standard EPO letters and client reporting letters without instruction, for Rules 161/162, 71(3), 70(2), 94(3), inventor address, search reports, abandoning applications, extension of time, etc.Photocopying, scanning, emailing and faxing correspondence and other documentsArranging meetings with reception, including location, refreshments, laptop and projector - both internal and externalLiaising with clients directly and taking detailed telephone messagesProviding cover in other secretaries' absencePreparing various forms for European and GB Patents: Form 1200, Request for Grant (Form 1001), Designation of Inventor (Form 1002), PCT Request (Form 101), Notice of Opposition (Form 2300), GB Patent Forms 1, 7, 9a and 10, and when necessary Powers of Attorney and Authorisation Forms, etc. Using Epoline as necessarySending out assignment documents and forwarding on communications from foreign attorneysConstantly prioritising workloadLiaising with other departments and fee earnersAttending team meetings and practice group meetingsSupporting additional project work You will need: A minimum of four years experience as a patent secretaryPreferably CIPA qualifiedFlexible and able to work as part of a teamExcellent communication skillsOrganised and able to prioritiseAble to work to tight deadlines and under pressureHave the ability to type min 70 wpm If this sounds like you and you - please apply today!