Eclectic Recruitment Ltd
Patent Paralegal
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Role | Patent Paralegal
Company | International Intellectual Property Law Firm
Size | Global Specialist IP Practice
Level | Experienced Patent Paralegal
Based | London (Hybrid Working)
Offer | £44,000 - £50,000 + Excellent Benefits + Hybrid Working
We are working with a leading international intellectual property law firm seeking an experienced Patent Paralegal to join its London office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded patents team supporting a broad international client base across a varied portfolio of European, UK and international patent matters.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting attorneys throughout the patent prosecution process, managing deadlines and ensuring filings are completed accurately across multiple jurisdictions.
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The Opportunity
- Prepare and file patent applications before the European Patent Office (EPO), UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) and under the PCT system.
- Support a wide range of prosecution matters including convention and non-convention filings, national/regional phase entries, divisional applications and UK Designs.
- Manage a busy patent docket, ensuring all deadlines are monitored and met.
- Prepare portfolio reports, client updates and prosecution documentation.
- Review incoming and outgoing communications from the EPO, UKIPO and PCT authorities.
- Assist with portfolio transfers, data audits and prosecution cost estimates.
- Work closely with attorneys and clients to ensure efficient case management.
- Support junior team members and assist with training, onboarding and wider firm projects.
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The Candidate
- Previous experience as a Patent Paralegal within private practice or a specialist IP environment.
- Strong working knowledge of EPO, UKIPO and PCT filing and prosecution procedures.
- Experience managing complex patent portfolios and critical deadlines.
- Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Confident communicating with clients, attorneys and international associates.
- Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
For more information on this opportunity, or to discuss your career options confidentially, please contact Dan Eckersley at Eclectic Recruitment. We would be delighted to provide further information about the role and the firm during an initial confidential discussion.
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