Patent Paralegal (Permanent)

EIP; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading patent firm is seeking a Patent Paralegal in Leeds or Cardiff. The role involves providing essential support to fee earners, managing patent tasks, and ensuring deadlines are met. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience, complete the IPPC course, and possess strong communication skills. The firm promotes a collaborative culture and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a patent paralegal role.
• Strong understanding of patent processes and procedures.
• Collaborative mindset with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative and secretarial support to fee earners.
• Take ownership of specific patent tasks and ensure deadlines are met.
• Manage processes confidently and efficiently.

Skills

Proactive

Organised

Confident communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Completed the Introductory Patent Paralegal Course (IPPC)

Tools

Inprotech or similar patent databases

Document management systems

Job description

Patent Paralegal (Permanent)

Leeds or Cardiff | Hybrid Working | Full-Time

Ready to level up your Paralegal career?

At EIP, we’re more than just a tier-one patent firm - we’re a team that celebrates curiosity, collaboration, and career development. You’ll work closely with designated fee earners, providing essential administrative and secretarial support to help maximise their time and impact. You’ll also take ownership of specific patent tasks, applying your knowledge of patent application procedures to work independently and ensure deadlines are met with precision. Your ability to manage processes confidently and efficiently will be key to your success.

What we’re looking for?

We’re looking for someone who’s proactive, organised, and ready to make an impact. You’ll bring:

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a patent paralegal role
• Completed the Introductory Patent Paralegal Course (IPPC)
• Strong understanding of patent processes and procedures
• Experience using Inprotech or similar patent databases
• Familiarity with document management systems
• Confident communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude
• A collaborative mindset and keen attention to detail

What sets us apart?

EIP is an award-winning patent practice known for handling high-value, complex patent matters. With offices across the UK, Germany, Sweden, and the US, we combine global reach with a collaborative, forward-thinking culture where innovation, inclusion, and teamwork thrive.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. We’re also deeply committed to diversity and inclusion - proud supporters of the IP Inclusive initiative and signatories to the IP Inclusive Charter.

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about patents and thrive in a fast-paced legal environment, we’d love to hear from you. For more details, view the full Patent Paralegal - Leeds or Cardiff - Job Spec.pdf