IP Legal Secretary

Our client, a renowned intellectual property specialist, is seeking an experienced individual to provide secretarial support to a team of IP solicitors. It is essential that you have prior experience supporting IP lawyers, ideally within contentious IP (litigation).

• Drafting and formatting a range of correspondence and formal legal documentation
• Assisting with the preparation and review of legal agreements
• Providing day-to-day administrative support, including organising files, managing inboxes, and handling document scanning and copying
• Communicating with clients and third parties via email on behalf of solicitors
• Carrying out conflict checks in line with firm procedures
• Preparing and processing client billing, including invoices, and managing any necessary adjustments such as credits or debits
• Monitoring and maintaining important deadlines within case management systems and diaries
• Handling expense submissions and related administrative processes
• Delivering PA support such as coordinating travel arrangements, booking accommodation and transport, and managing schedules

It is essential that you have a solid background as a legal secretary in intellectual property work (at least two years). This opportunity is ideal for a highly organised and detail focused individual who enjoys a fast paced environment and is confident supporting multiple stakeholders. Strong attention to detail, excellent written communication skills, and strong IT skills are essential. Hybrid working is available; two days remote working.

This role is ideal for an IP legal secretary looking for a new challenge in a top firm.