12-Month Fixed-Term Contract | This is NOT an entry level role and Patent Paralegal experience is ESSENTIAL
Ready to take your Patent Paralegal career into a truly heavyweight environment?
A highly regarded, full-service law firm with a standout IP team is looking for an experienced Patent Paralegal to join them on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This is an exceptional opportunity to gain exposure to high-quality, complex patent work within a prestigious and well-resourced firm.
This role can be based in London, or regionally and the firm have offices in multiple locations across the UK so please get in touch today for more info!
Why this role?
You’ll be joining a sizeable and collaborative Patent Attorney group, supporting an impressive client base across a broad mix of technologies.
Expect responsibility, autonomy, and meaningful involvement from day one.
This firm offers the rare combination of international backing with a close-knit, supportive team culture — high performance without hierarchy.
What you’ll be doing:
- Managing UK, EP, PCT and foreign patent filings
- Handling full formalities and prosecution support
- Liaising with IP offices, overseas associates and clients
- Supporting attorneys across a varied and technically interesting caseload
What they’re looking for:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Patent Paralegal or Patent Administrator
- Strong knowledge of patent prosecution processes
- Exceptional organisation and attention to detail
- Confidence managing deadlines across multiple jurisdictions
- Clear, professional communication skills and ability to manage own workload
- CIPA qualification? A bonus — but not essential.
What’s on offer:
- Highly competitive salary (DOE)
- Excellent benefits package
- Subsidised gym membership
- Hybrid working (50% office-based)
- High-quality work in a genuinely supportive team
If you’re looking for your next challenge and are available to take on this impressive 12 month fixed-term contract Patent Paralegal opportunity — we'd love to hear from you.