Careers

Job description

We are currently looking to recruit a Records Administrator to join the team based in Birmingham.

The successful applicant will be bright, enthusiastic, computer-literate and will have achieved a good standard of education including English and Maths. Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy, excellent communication skills, and a willing, pro-active attitude are also essential for this role.

You will be expected to cover the full range of patent and trade mark records work, updating the database, loading new names and cases and cross-checking data, ensuring the utmost integrity of the records data and configuration and providing detailed schedules to fee earners and clients. You should have an eye for detail and enjoy identifying then resolving anomalies.

You will also be required to check and enter records post on to Inprotech, enter, monitor and chase deadlines, produce standard letters and correspondence, update records within strict timeframes and ensure that accurate information is issued to clients and fee earners regarding the progress of patent, trade mark and design- records.

Ideally you will already possess a broad appreciation of either patent or trade mark formalities and/or renewals processes, but full training will be provided where there are gaps in your knowledge. Candidates with more general legal or insurance backgrounds who demonstrate the right skills may also be considered.

Experience of data manipulation and working with detailed spreadsheets and reports, together with a keen interest in using different systems would be a distinct benefit.

For any further information, or to apply, please contact our HR Department at: recruitment@barkerbrettell.co.uk.

Barker Brettell is not a licenced sponsor and we are therefore unable to offer employer sponsorship to any candidates. Proof of right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role.

Job description

We are currently looking to recruit an HR Administrator. You will provide efficient and accurate administrative support to the HR team, employees, managers, and Partners.

The successful applicant will have experience working within an HR or Payroll department previously and have an awareness of HR and payroll systems, controls and associated legislation. Duties will include input to and maintenance of HR systems including Payfit our payroll system, Worksite, HR databases and tracking logs. Production of letters, correspondence, reports, and general administrative tasks across the full range of HR activity.

Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy is essential for this role as is a commitment to cross-check work thoroughly and work to strict deadlines whilst also being able to respond to issues as they arise. You will regularly be required to deal with sensitive information maintaining confidentiality and discretion at all times.

You will be a strong team-player, self-motivated and enthusiastic. Computer-literate with advanced Word, Outlook, and Excel skills together with experience of working with HR and Payroll systems. You will have achieved a good standard of basic education including English and Maths. CIPD Level 3 or equivalent qualification would be ideal but not essential.

The position is based in our Birmingham office, we offer hybrid working with a requirement to attend the office up to 3 days per week on average.

Hours of Work: 4 days per week (29 hours) worked flexibly across 4 or 5 days.

For any further information, or to apply, please contact our HR Department at: recruitment@barkerbrettell.co.uk.

Barker Brettell is not a licenced sponsor and we are therefore unable to offer employer sponsorship to any candidates. Proof of right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role.

Job description

We are currently looking to recruit an HR Apprentice. You will provide efficient and accurate administrative support to the HR team, employees, managers and Partners while learning the basic functions of the HR function through studying towards you CIPD Level 3 apprenticeship.

The successful applicant will ideally have some experience of working within an office environment. Duties will include filing, production of letters, correspondence, and general administrative tasks across the full range of HR activity.

You will be a strong team player, self-motivated and enthusiastic. Computer-literate with sound knowledge of Word, Outlook and Excel together with a willingness to learn and work with HR and Payroll systems is essential. You will have achieved a good standard of basic education including English and Maths. Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy is essential for this role as is a commitment to cross-check work thoroughly and work to strict deadlines.  You regularly be required to work with sensitive information and must be able to always maintain total confidentiality and discretion.

For any further information, or to apply, please contact our HR Department at: recruitment@barkerbrettell.co.uk.

Barker Brettell is not a licenced sponsor and we are therefore unable to offer employer sponsorship to any candidates. Proof of right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role.

Job description

We are currently looking to recruit a Trade Mark Attorney to join our established Trade Mark team based working out of our head office in Birmingham.

Candidates should be 2-3 years PQE and ideally have experience working within private practice. You should be enthusiastic and dynamic and prepared to get immediately involved in a very busy department, working with the whole Trade Mark team providing an excellent service to our clients.

We would expect to see excellent organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure, great attention to detail and very good communication skills.

For any further information, or to apply, please contact our HR Department at: recruitment@barkerbrettell.co.uk.

Barker Brettell is not a licenced sponsor and we are therefore unable to offer employer sponsorship to any candidates. Proof of right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role.

Job description

We are currently seeking a trainee patent attorney, to work with our Birmingham team.  The role is based in our Birmingham office but with the option to work part of the week from home, subject to training requirements.

We are looking for candidates with a physics, electronics, software and/or computer science degree to join the existing team. Candidates with a combined degree of mechanical/electronic engineering and software may also be considered.

Graduates should have a minimum 2:1 degree and should be highly motivated with good interpersonal skills. An interest in law as well as a knowledge of French or German would be advantageous, although not essential.

For all our trainee positions, a structured training programme is provided and each trainee will work directly with a qualified attorney as well as having exposure to other attorneys and support staff in order to gain a full experience of the profession.

Trainees are given a training budget as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes bonus, contributory pension, life insurance, private medical insurance and permanent health insurance.

For any further information, or to apply, please contact our HR Department at: recruitment@barkerbrettell.co.uk.

Barker Brettell is not a licenced sponsor and we are therefore unable to offer employer sponsorship to any candidates. Proof of right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role.