Careers

Job description

We are currently looking to recruit a Renewals Clerk with responsibility for effectively maintaining the renewals part of the records system, processing reminders and instructions, payment of fees and updating records.

There is a requirement in this role to deal with large volumes of work and to operate within strict timeframes. It is imperative therefore that the jobholder can be relied upon to organise and manage their own workload on a day-to-day basis and immediately flag issues that may compromise the renewals process or deadlines. A high level of attention to detail is of paramount importance.

The job holder will be expected to liaise regularly with both clients and fee earners, so a clear and confident communication style is required, via telephone, email and face to face (where possible of course), together with an appreciation of the need to provide quality and accurate information at all times.

This is a busy team, and the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate pace and enthusiasm and the ability to think on their feet and multi-task without impacting the quality of their work. Self-motivation and a sense of accountability for their own responsibilities will be key whilst also working effectively as part of a team.

Ideally candidates will have some previous experience of working in a renewals or records environment where strict adherence to process and the maintenance of controls are paramount. Additionally, it would be expected that they will be numerate. Knowledge of IP practices in different countries would be desirable.

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 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 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.