
Patent Paralegal Assistant (Electrical & Mechanical) – London
A leading intellectual property firm is seeking a Patent Paralegal Assistant to join its Electrical & Mechanical (ElecMech) team in London. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in IP administration within a supportive and structured environment.
The role will involve providing administrative support to patent attorneys and paralegals, assisting with patent filings, correspondence, deadline management and general patent formalities.
About you:
Educated to college or degree level
Some prior administrative experience
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Confident communication and IT skills
Interested in progressing a career in IP administration
Candidates with non-legal academic backgrounds are preferred, unless applicants can clearly demonstrate they are committed to a long-term administrative/paralegal career rather than pursuing qualification as a solicitor or fee earner.
What’s on offer:
Starting salary of £27,000
Clear long-term progression pathway to Paralegal and Senior Paralegal roles
Training, development and promotion opportunities within a leading IP firm
London-based role within a specialist Electrical & Mechanical patents team