IP Administrator - Manchester

IP Administrator - Manchester - Hybrid We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented IP Administrator to join our Manchester office. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your experience within intellectual property, working as part of a supportive and knowledgeable team in a well-established firm. As an IP Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the patent team by ensuring that applications and related documentation are prepared and filed accurately and on time. The role requires a high level of attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.Key Responsibilities: You will prepare forms for filing patent applications with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance. You will prepare and submit supporting documentation to various Patent Offices using relevant online filing systems. The role also involves drafting documents and correspondence for clients and overseas agents, including technically detailed content. In addition, you will create and process invoices, including more complex billing matters, and review incoming workflow correspondence to prioritise urgent deadlines. You will work collaboratively across teams and provide general administrative support as required.Skills, Knowledge and Experience: The successful candidate will have strong administrative skills and a process-driven, detail-oriented approach. Experience in IP administration or patent formalities is advantageous but not essential. You should possess excellent analytical, organisational and time management skills, with the ability to produce high-quality work efficiently and to strict deadlines. You must be able to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.What We Offer: We are large enough to offer strong career development prospects, yet small enough to provide a friendly and supportive working environment where individuals are recognised and valued. Benefits include a 34-hour working week (Monday to Friday), agile working arrangements, annual salary reviews, 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, a holiday purchase scheme, salary exchange options, life assurance, a healthcare cash plan and wellbeing app, group income protection, long service milestones, social events, seasonal vouchers, and charity initiatives. If you are highly organised, motivated to build a career in intellectual property, and looking to join a supportive and professional environment, we would be pleased to hear from you.