Details:
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: Manchester
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Description
We are looking for an enthusiastic Paralegal with experience in patents to join Appleyard Lees. This role will be based at our Manchester office, with frequent travel to our Leeds office.
In return, you will be supported by our Head of IP Business Services and be given all the assistance you require as you continue your IP journey with us. We are incredibly proud of our internal career ladder and will help you continue your professional development by providing webinars on a variety of topics that not only relate to IP but also your soft skills.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor all incoming correspondence and accurately update our records including docketing deadlines on our internal database
Perform quality checks in relation to trainee IP Administrators work, especially for new filings
Monitor team tasks on a daily basis via our internal database
Ensure best practice is observed within your team by leading workflow meetings both virtually and f-2-f when in the office
Deal with various formalities including IDS’s, PoAs and assignments
Support IP Administrator role to be able to help with workload when required during busy periods
Prepare and check complex reports including client reports
Proactively ensure the efficiency of the team and liaise with our Head of IP Business Services where applicable to enhance team performance
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
CIPA qualified
In depth IP portfolio and procedural experience
Ability to build and maintain a constructive relationship with individuals at all levels, including delivering training where appropriate and leading the team to ensure all work is dealt with a timely manner
Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
Meticulous eye for detail, working consistently to high standards
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 wont 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
Agile working
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Voucher on your birthday and Christmas
Annual salary review
Life assurance
Healthcare cash plan
Social outings - summer party, Christmas party and more
Charity events