We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working Patent Administrator to join our dynamic Patent Services team.

 

Requirements of the role

 

  • The role is varied and includes all aspects of patent administration and formalities, from filing through to grant; primarily involving GB, EP, PCT and design cases.
  • Core duties will include: working with the EPO’s electronic mailbox; saving post to our electronic office centre and document management system, docketing incoming post and sending to fee earners.
  • Other duties will include: recording new cases electronically; creating forms and responses in the eolf - EPOLine classic and 2.0 software, uploading documents for filing at the various patent offices and various other tasks on an ad hoc or regular basis.

 

The Person Specification

 

  • Candidates ideally would have at least 1 years experience of working in a busy patent formalities/records department.
  • Knowledge of working with Inprotech would be an advantage as would passing the CIPA course, however training can be provided, if necessary.
  • This role is ideal for someone who is competent at working autonomously and also enjoys working in a varied role with an energetic and friendly team.
  • Key qualities for this role include exceptional communication and organisation skills, energy and enthusiasm, problem solving skills, excellent written English and, above all else, a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

 

In return Keltie offers its employees:

 

  • Flexible working (discretionary 2 days min’ office based)
  • Group Pension Plan
  • Private Healthcare Plan
  • Life Assurance
  • Group Income Protection
  • 25 days holidays plus paid bank holidays
  • Increase to max of 30 days holiday for long service
  • Season ticket loan
  • Ride2work scheme
  • Perkbox
  • Reimbursement for eye care
  • Discretionary study support and study leave
  • Social events.

 

This is a full-time role, 35 hours, 5 days per week (9.30am to 5.30pm)

 

To Apply

 

Interested? If so, please get in touch and tell us why you think we should meet. Please click on the apply button to send us your CV and candidate summary form.

 

Closing date for applications: 14 February 2025

 

For any questions please contact Peopleandtalent@keltie.com.

 

Please note this position is not eligible for sponsorship.  Proof of right to work in the UK is requirement for this role.

 

Keltie is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

 

 

 

 

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