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The IP Administrator will play a pivotal role in supporting clients and attorneys throughout the life cycle of an application from filing through to registration and beyond. You will communicate directly with clients, attorneys and third parties, maintain the firm’s case management system and proactively work to ensure client requirements and deadlines are met.
Job Responsibility:
Processing incoming communications & instructions to ensure that relevant data is recorded on the firm database (Inprotech)
Create new cases and name records on Inprotech then starting or progressing the corresponding workflow
Monitoring due date/reminder lists and following up as required
Preparation of packages ready for filing/submission on various IPO portals or instructing foreign associates
Provide administrative document management support to fee earners such as organising and maintaining electronic case files and drafting correspondence
To be familiar with client requirements and ensure they are consistently met
Generating and forwarding documentation to internal and external clients
General administrative duties including copying, scanning, room booking and phone answering
General formalities admin support as required
Training of counterparts
Work in compliance with the Firm’s quality management systems and policies
Requirements:
Previous administrative or legal secretarial experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good IT skills – including MS Office and Outlook
Experience of a document management system (preferred but not essential)
IP experience (preferred but not essential)
A self-motivated and pro-active attitude
A methodical approach with excellent attention to detail
Good organisation and prioritisation skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Excellent attention to detail
Nice to have:
Experience of a document management system
IP experience
What we offer:
26 days’ annual holiday, plus statutory holidays
Hybrid working
Contributory pension scheme
Life assurance
Private medical insurance (after 12 months)
Permanent health insurance (after 12 months)
Reimbursement of membership fees to professional bodies required for the role