Appleyard Lees & Co

IP Administrator - Trade Marks Department: Trade Marks - Support Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Leeds Description We are now looking for an experienced IP Administrator to join our established Trade Marks team in Leeds, to assist with the smooth running of the Trade Mark administration. You will receive dedicated training to help you understand Trade Mark and Design administration at Appleyard Lees IP LLP in the context of the IP world. You will also have access to procedure guides and 'how to' documents for reference. An eye for detail, accuracy and excellent organisational skills are imperative in this extremely busy role. Key Responsibilities Prepare relevant forms for filing Trade Mark applications around the world, showing excellent accuracy and attention to detail Prepare and file supporting documentation for filing at various Trade Mark Offices, including using relevant online software where applicable Prepare documents and correspondence for clients and overseas agents, with technically challenging content Create and process complicated invoices Review and action workflow correspondence received from Paralegal the same day as work is received, dealing with urgent correspondence as a priority Skills Knowledge and Expertise Experience working in a similar role within IP Law A CITMA qualification is desirable but not essential Excellent organisational and time management skills Ability to adhere to strict deadlines Produce work to a high level, with attention to detail Ability to work independently and in a team Benefits We pride ourselves on being small and friendly enough for you to get to know everyone - but big enough to offer you great career prospects. At Appleyard Lees, you won't feel like a number or just another cog in the wheel. We understand everyone is individual and offer a friendly and supportive place to work and learn. We also offer: 34 hour working week, Monday - Friday Agile working A supportive and friendly place to work and learn Annual salary review 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Holiday Purchase Scheme Salary Exchange Life assurance Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing App Group Income Protection Long Service Milestones Social outings Vouchers on Christmas, Birthdays and Special Occasions Charity events