To c£40,000 - Patent Formalities Paralegal (Contract) - Manchester

A highly regarded law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Patent Formalities Paralegal to support its busy patents team on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract, with potential to move into a permanent position.

This opportunity is ideal for a candidate with prior experience in patent administration, patent paralegal work, or IP legal secretarial support who is looking to take the next step in their career within a collaborative and professional environment.

Key responsibilities will include preparing and filing patent documentation with major intellectual property offices, maintaining accurate case management records, monitoring critical deadlines, and providing day-to-day support to fee earners. The successful candidate will also assist with correspondence, research tasks, billing processes, and diary coordination.

In return, the firm offers a competitive salary package alongside flexible and hybrid working arrangements, plus a comprehensive range of employee benefits.

Dawn Ellmore Employment aims to respond to all applicants, however due to the number of applications received this is regrettably not always possible. If you have not received a response within three working days, you may assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.