Are you an organised, detail-focused administrator who thrives in a fast-paced, high-standards environment? Do you enjoy juggling deadlines, managing data, and making sure nothing slips through the cracks? Then this could be the role for you!
Join a standout name in the intellectual property world, a firm trusted by some of the UK's most exciting and recognisable brands to protect what sets them apart. With a legacy of excellence and a forward-thinking approach, this Birmingham based firm combines tradition with innovation, offering a culture where expertise is celebrated, ideas are welcomed, and people genuinely enjoy coming to work. You'll benefit from hybrid flexibility, industry-leading training, and a clear path for growth in a business that's big enough to open doors, but small enough for your voice to be heard. If you're looking for a long-term home where you can make your mark, this is it.
Benefits:
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Salary: Up to 28,000 per annum DOE
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Hybrid working model: Minimum two days in the office per week
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Office located in Birmingham
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36.25 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:15pm)
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Collaborative team environment
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Comprehensive training and ongoing support
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33 Days Holiday (Including Bank Holidays)
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Pension auto-enrolment scheme
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Free onsite parking
Role and Responsibilities:
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Maintaining and updating renewals records.
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Producing and verifying standard and special reminders (e.g., monthly, annual, and quarterly) for clients.
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Processing instructions to pay renewal and maintenance fees, including issuing invoices and credits to foreign attorneys and clients.
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Instructing foreign agents on trademark and design renewals.
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Auditing daily instructions for renewals and abandonments to ensure accurate records.
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Processing overdue reminders and loss of rights letters due to unpaid renewals.
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Managing lapsed case records upon receipt of notifications from IP Offices and foreign attorneys.
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Responding to client and attorney queries via the renewals mailbox.
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Providing cost estimates for individual or portfolio IP rights, including forecasts for future or overdue renewals.
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Producing client invoices and monthly lists for fee earners regarding overdue renewals.
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Supporting the Renewals Manager and team in ongoing projects and tasks as required.
Required Skills & Experience:
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(Essential)
Previous administrative experience within a
highly regulated
environment (e.g. IP, Finance, Banking, or Insurance)
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Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
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Ability to manage high volumes of work while meeting strict deadlines.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with database management systems.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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High level of numeracy and comfortable working with financial data.
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Proactive, with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via the advert!