Patent Administration Manager

G2 Legal; Manchester, Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IP firm is looking for a Patent Admin Manager to oversee its client administration function for patents across multiple UK locations. You will ensure efficient service delivery, implement best practices, and lead a motivated team. The ideal candidate has a strong background in patent administration and excellent leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment focused on professional growth and collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within patent administration or IP support.
• Strong understanding of patent support processes and procedures.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the patent client administration function across UK offices.
• Implement consistent and efficient processes to enhance service delivery.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to align workflows and optimise efficiency.

Skills

Leadership in patent administration

Patent support processes

Team management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Our client is a leading IP firm with a strong presence across the UK. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, commitment to professional development, and high standards of client service. With a diverse client base and a focus on innovation, the firm provides opportunities to work across a range of technically complex patent matters in a supportive and progressive environment.

About the Role

We are seeking a Patent Admin Manager to oversee the client administration function for patents across defined UK locations. The role focuses on ensuring consistent, efficient, and high-quality service delivery, while aligning processes across offices. You will work closely with key stakeholders, including Group Heads, Office Heads, IT, Learning, and other business support functions, to optimise workflows, enhance service standards, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the patent client administration function across UK offices.
• Implement consistent and efficient processes to enhance service delivery.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to align workflows and optimise efficiency.
• Lead, develop, and motivate a team, fostering a positive and productive environment.
• Support continuous professional development and career progression within the team.
• Monitor performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement best practices.

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience in a leadership role within patent administration or IP support.
• Strong understanding of patent support processes and procedures.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and talent development skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing team.
• Exposure to a wide range of patent administration activities across multiple offices.
• Supportive and collaborative environment with clear opportunities for professional growth.

Please mention IP Careers when applying to G2 Legal.