
Patent Renewals Assistant
Location: Glasgow (Hybrid – 2–3 days in the office; more frequent attendance during the first month)
Salary: £25,000+ (negotiable for candidates with IP experience or extensive client-facing backgrounds)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
A leading intellectual property firm is seeking a Patent Renewals Assistant to join its Glasgow-based team. This role offers an excellent opportunity either for someone already working in IP and looking to take the next step, or for a candidate with strong client-facing administrative experience who is keen to build a long-term career in the IP industry.
The position focuses on supporting patent renewals while working closely with colleagues across the UK and internationally. You’ll have regular interaction with a global client base and other internal departments, gaining broad exposure to IP operations.
This role would suit someone who:
Has experience in intellectual property and is looking to progress (salary negotiable depending on experience), or
Has strong administrative experience in a client-facing role and wants to transition into IP
Is confident communicating with clients via phone, email and online platforms such as Teams
Has excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Enjoys working as part of a large, collaborative, multi-office team
What’s on offer:
Entry point or progression opportunity within patent renewals
Hybrid working model based in Glasgow
Competitive salary with flexibility for experienced candidates
Strong training, development and long-term progression opportunities within IP
This role starts as a Patent Renewals Assistant position, with significant scope to develop technical knowledge and progress within the IP function over time.