Patent Administrator

Patent Administrator - Cambridge 12-Month FTC

Are you an experienced Patent IP Administrator. A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a highly regarded professional services firm in their Cambridge office on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

The Role

You will provide essential administrative support within a busy IP team, helping to ensure patent and intellectual property matters are processed accurately and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing incoming correspondence and updating the IP case management system
• Generating and forwarding documentation to clients and external parties
• Electronic filing and document management
• Monitoring deadlines and reminder lists
• Liaising with external parties to resolve queries and obtain instructions
• Maintaining accurate case records and documentation
• Supporting case creation, case administration, filing and post-filing activities

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous administrative experience within a legal environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office and Outlook
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• The ability to manage deadlines and work under pressure
• A proactive and methodical approach

Experience within Intellectual Property, a document management system or the CIPA qualification would be advantageous, but is not essential.

The firm offers an excellent salary and benefits and hybrid working 60% remote.