Trainee Patent Secretary
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are seeking to recruit a trainee patent secretary to work closely with our patent attorneys and other support staff. Duties include audio typing, preparing correspondence, preparing forms for patent and trade mark applications, liaising with clients, invoice generation, electronic filing, sharing telephone reception duties, and meeting and greeting clients. All this work must be carried out with considerable care and attention.
Based in our Edinburgh office full time. This role will suit someone who is looking to progress within a role and who is willing to learn and develop new skills.
The successful candidate will be reliable, highly-organised, self-motivated and good at working in a team, with excellent attention to detail. Good computer skills and the ability to draft clear letters and emails are essential. Structured training will be provided.
Essential requirements:
Based in our Edinburgh office full time.
Attention to detail.
Excellent written communication skills.
Strong Microsoft Office and IT skills.
Can take instruction well.
Minimum 6 months admin/office experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £21,000.00-£24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 01/04/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Patent Secretary roles across Hindles Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,000 - £24,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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