Paralegal (Patents)

D Young & Co; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A patent services firm in Greater London seeks a Paralegal to support patent attorneys. Responsibilities include managing paralegal work, delegating tasks to assistants, and maintaining case reminders. Candidates should have 2-3 years of paralegal experience, strong communication skills, and attention to detail. This role is pivotal for managing client relations and ensuring timely responses. The position offers a collaborative environment in which to grow your expertise in patent law.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of patent paralegal or secretarial experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Must demonstrate meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide paralegal support to patent attorneys.
• Review incoming emails and post for paralegal work.
• Delegate work to paralegal assistants and train them.

Skills

Patent paralegal experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Job description

You will be providing paralegal support to patent attorneys.

What you will enjoy

• Reviewing incoming emails and post to identify paralegal work.
• Providing secretarial support including preparing specification amendments, generating standard letters and invoices.
• Dealing with incoming paralegal work without supervision.
• Taking responsibility for cases.
• Keeping up to date reminders for each case.
• Delegating work to paralegal assistants and providing them with training.

What you will need

• 2–3 years of patent paralegal / secretarial experience.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience working to deadlines.
• Experience prioritising and managing fluctuating workloads.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to develop strong working relationships with colleagues and clients.