Patent Secretary & Paralegal — Detail-Driven Pro

Dawn Ellmore Employment; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Dawn Ellmore Employment is assisting a respected Southampton-based law firm in recruiting a Patent Secretary/Paralegal to join their expanding team. The role offers a path to develop a career within a well-established practice.

The successful candidate will bring experience in a patent environment, whether as a secretary, administrator, or paralegal, and will demonstrate proactive organisation and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in a patent environment in secretarial, administrative, or paralegal roles.
• Strong organisational abilities and keen eye for detail.
• Proactive approach to work and team contributions.

Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining patent files and records.
• Monitoring deadlines and ensuring key dates are met.
• Providing day-to-day secretarial and administrative support to the patent team.
• Managing diaries and arranging meetings and appointments.

Skills

Patent environment experience

Secretarial/paralegal skills

Organised and detail-oriented

Job description

Dawn Ellmore Employment is assisting a respected Southampton-based law firm in recruiting a Patent Secretary/Paralegal to join their expanding team. The role offers a path to develop a career within a well-established practice.

The successful candidate will bring experience in a patent environment, whether as a secretary, administrator, or paralegal, and will demonstrate proactive organisation and meticulous attention to detail.