Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced CIPA or EPAC qualified Patent Paralegal to join a leading central London based IP law firm.

As a Patent Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting fee earners, taking ownership of a wide variety of substantive tasks that do not require a qualified attorney. With structured and repeatable tasks handled by dedicated support teams, you will focus on more complex, varied work that requires knowledge, initiative, and judgement.

This is a challenging yet highly rewarding role offering autonomy, responsibility, and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with fee earners to support the delivery of high-quality IP services to clients
• Build and maintain strong relationships through regular direct client contact
• Assist in supervising, training, and mentoring junior Patent administrators and support staff
• Maintain accurate records within the IP management system, including cross-referencing with official registers and third-party databases
• Coordinate and manage international filings
• Handle formalities requirements associated with global filings
• Support and manage renewals, including liaising with external partners, foreign agents, and patent offices
• Assist with onboarding and managing client portfolio transfers
• Prepare, review, and distribute client portfolio reports
• Respond to enquiries from clients and foreign agents
• Prepare cost estimates and forecasts
• Assist with billing processes, including requesting invoices
• Assist with due diligence and legal research
• Contribute to internal projects, including business change initiatives and systems improvements
• Record assignments and manage name/address changes
• Obtain and manage signatures, notarisation, and legalisation of documents
• Liaise with internal support teams to ensure smooth service delivery
• Provide ad hoc support across the team where needed

In return the firm are offering a market leading salary, excellent benefits and hybrid working.