Applications are invited for the position of Senior IP Paralegal for candidates with experience in intellectual property prosecution, formalities, docketing, and portfolio management.
This role offers an opportunity to work closely with attorneys across patent and trademark matters while supporting high-quality client service, procedural compliance, and operational excellence within an established IP practice.
Position Details:
⚖️ Position: Senior IP Paralegal
📍 Locations: Glasgow or Aberdeen
💼 Work Mode: Hybrid
Key Responsibilities:
IP Paralegal Support & Case Management
• Providing paralegal support across patent and trademark matters
• Maintaining docketing systems, deadlines, and case records
• Monitoring docket accuracy and resolving discrepancies
• Liaising with attorneys, clients, foreign associates, and official bodies
• Managing renewals, validations, recordals, and official actions
• Supporting billing administration and fee estimates
• Preparing online forms and managing electronic filings
• Reviewing and quality-checking filings and docketing entries
Service Delivery & Process Support
• Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and professional standards
• Identifying operational risks and process improvement opportunities
• Supporting the development of precedents and administrative procedures
• Collaborating across teams to ensure continuity of service
• Mentoring junior staff and reviewing work quality
• Leading process improvement initiatives
Who Should Apply:
✔ CITMA and/or CIPA Qualified Candidates
✔ Professionals with prior experience in IP paralegal, formalities, or prosecution support roles
✔ Candidates with experience in patent and trademark practice environments
✔ Individuals with strong organisational and docket management skills
✔ Professionals comfortable handling multiple deadlines and complex portfolios
✔ Candidates with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Key Skills Required:
• Patent & Trademark Prosecution Support
• Docketing & Portfolio Management
• Recordals, Renewals & Formalities
• Case Management Systems
• Client & Foreign Associate Coordination
• Quality Control & Compliance Monitoring
• Team Mentorship & Process Improvement
What This Opportunity Offers:
✨ Exposure to complex patent and trademark portfolios
✨ Opportunity to work closely with attorneys and international stakeholders
✨ Hybrid working arrangements
✨ Leadership and mentoring responsibilities
✨ Career progression within a specialist Intellectual Property practice
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