We are looking for an enthusiastic Patent Paralegal to join our office in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within an established and knowledgeable team and be supported by our Head of IP Business Services providing all the assistance you require as you continue your IP journey with us.

We are incredibly proud of our internal career ladder, and we 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
Deal with various formalities including IDS’s, Power of Attorney and declarations requiring inventor signatures, including any necessary notarisation and legalisation
Lead regular support team meetings to promote best practices within the team, ensuring all members understand and adhere to relevant processes
Monitor team tasks daily via our internal database and coordinate with fee-earners to manage deadlines and provide support as required
Conduct support team appraisals with the assistance of the Head of IP Business Services as needed
Assist the IP Administrator(s) with workload during busy periods, including new filings and online responses
Assist in training new IP Administrators and review their filings before submitting to the fee-earner
Participate in internal paralegal meetings and keep up to date with Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Liaise with our Head of IP Business Services where applicable to enhance team performance

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, Monday - Friday

· Agile working

· A supportive and friendly place to work and learn

· Annual salary review

· 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

· Holiday Purchase Scheme

· Salary Exchange

· Life assurance

· Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing App

· Group Income Protection

· Long Service Milestones

· Social outings

· Vouchers on Christmas, Birthdays and Special Occasions

· Charity events