Patent Records & Formalities Manager

A fantastic opening has arisen for an experienced Patent Records & Formalities Managerto join this leading IP firm and manage the highly successful Records & Formalities Team on an extended 16 month fixed term contract. This is an opportunity for a Patent Records & Formalities Managerto join a well-established European IP firm known for supporting some of the world's most innovative organisations.

The opportunity You'll oversee a team of Patent Records & Formalities professionals, ensuring the smooth delivery of patent administration services across UK, European and international matters. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining people management with operational oversight. You'll support your team in delivering high-quality work, help improve processes and systems, and work closely with attorneys and colleagues across the business to maintain an efficient and responsive service.

What you'll be doing Leading, motivating and developing a high-performing patents team. Managing workloads and resources to ensure deadlines are met. Providing guidance on UK, EP and PCT patent formalities. Supporting performance management, coaching and training. Reviewing and improving processes, workflows and team procedures. Working with internal stakeholders to enhance systems and ways of working. Monitoring changes to patent practice and helping implement procedural updates.

Maintaining documentation, reporting and operational standards. About you As a Patent Records & Formalities Manager, you'll have solid experience within Patent Records & Formalities and previous experience managing or supervising a team. We're particularly interested in someone who has:
Strong knowledge of UK, European and PCT patent procedures. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. A collaborative leadership style. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Confidence communicating with colleagues at all levels. A proactive approach to improving processes and identifying efficiencies.

Experience with Inprotech, EPO Online Filing, and a CIPA Administration Certificate would be advantageous. If you're looking for your next leadership opportunity within patent administration, we'd love to hear from you.