Patent Paralegal

Elekta; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 25 paid vacation days

Private Medical Insurance

Employer Pension Contribution

Cycle to work scheme

Onsite restaurant

Job summary

Elekta in Crawley is seeking a skilled Patent Paralegal to manage our patent portfolio and drive efficient IP administration.

You will support docketing, portfolio records, and filings with European and UK Patent Offices, coordinating with external counsel and inventors. A strong IP workflow background and MS Office proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Patent Paralegal or Patent Administrator.
• Solid understanding of patent prosecution processes and working with external patent attorneys.
• Experience using patent management/docketing systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate patent records including filings, publications, grants and portfolio updates.
• Manage patent formalities, including European validations, renewals and related docs.
• Coordinate IP documentation including assignments and powers of attorney.
• Support integration of IP assets after acquisitions or restructurings.
• Liaise with patent attorneys, foreign associates and IP providers.
• Lead inventor recognition programmes and support IP initiatives.
• Act as a contact for patent administration queries and process improvements.
• Support filings with European and UK Patent Offices as role develops.

Skills

Patent paralegal experience

Patent prosecution knowledge

Docketing systems

Organisational skills

MS Office

Education

CIPA IPPC qualification

CIPA APPC qualification (advantage)

Tools

Docketing software

Job description

We don’t just build technology. We build hope for everyone dealing with Cancer.

Elekta is shaping the standard of care, together with healthcare providers, by developing precision radiation medicine that brings advanced radiotherapy into routine clinical practice. Our solutions support consistent, efficient and personalized care, addressing evolving patient needs. Through adaptive radiotherapy, precision treatment delivery and integrated workflows, Elekta supports care teams across a range of clinical settings. Each year more than 2 million patients are treated using Elekta solutions across over 130 countries. Elekta is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with over 4,000 employees and offices in more than 40 countries. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. For more information, visitelekta.com.

At Elekta, we believe every individual deserves access to the best cancer care. That’s why we’re committed to developing innovative solutions that make precision radiation therapy and radiosurgery more effective, efficient, and accessible. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact, we invite you to bring your expertise and energy to our team.

We don’t just build technology. We build hope for everyone dealing with Cancer.

What You’ll Do At Elekta:

As a Patent Paralegal, you’ll work closely with our Patent Attorneys, Patent Engineer, external counsel and inventors across the business, supporting the effective management of our patent portfolio.

You’ll take responsibility for a broad range of patent formalities, including docketing, portfolio administration and records management. As our IP department grows and more work is brought in-house, you’ll also have the opportunity to support the preparation and filing of forms and documentation with the European and UK Patent Offices.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate patent records within Unycom, including filings, publications, grants and other portfolio updates.
• Manage patent formalities, including European validations, renewals and associated documentation.
• Coordinate IP documentation, including assignments, inventor declarations and powers of attorney.
• Support the integration of IP assets following acquisitions, restructurings and other business changes.
• Liaise with external patent attorneys, foreign associates and IP service providers, including supporting related procurement activities.
• Lead inventor recognition programmes and support wider internal IP initiatives.
• Act as a key point of contact for patent administration queries and support ongoing process improvements.
• As the role develops, support filings and correspondence directly with the European and UK Patent Offices.

What You’ll Bring:

• Previous experience as a Patent Paralegal or Patent Administrator.
• Good understanding of patent prosecution processes and formalities, including working with external patent attorneys and foreign associates.
• Experience using patent management or docketing systems.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and communication skills.
• CIPA Introductory Patent Paralegal Course (IPPC) qualification or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• CIPA Advanced Patent Paralegal Course (APPC) or previous in-house IP experience would be advantageous.

What You’ll Get:

In this role, you will work for a higher purpose; hope for everyone dealing with cancer, and for everyone regardless of where in the world, to have access to the best cancer care. In addition to this, Elekta offers a range of benefits.

• Work Pattern (you are required to work from the Crawley HQ 4 days a week with 1-day WFH)
• Up to 25 paid vacation days (plus bank holidays)
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Attractive Employer Pension Contribution Package
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance
• Onsite subsidized restaurant, offering budget-friendly dining
• Love electric (Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme)

For questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition Partner responsible, [e-mail]. We do not accept applications through e-mail.

We are an equal opportunity employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.