Patent Administrator

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia QIP Services Pty Ltd Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per year

The opportunity

If you are an experienced administrator and seeking to join a welcoming and flexible environment, our Local Administration Team could be for you. The opportunity of working with FPA will provide you with exposure to a wide range of tasks, such as filing patent and design applications in Australia and New Zealand, monitoring cases, ensuring our case management system is updated and accurate, reporting to clients, and invoicing. You will also receive on the job training and access to a comprehensive employee benefits program, ensuring both depth and breadth of your ongoing professional and personal development.

About FPA:

FPA is an independent, top-tier, Australian based, private incorporated registered attorney firm that is wholly owned by QANTM Intellectual Property Limited. Within our team, you will find some of Australia's most experienced patent attorneys, and finest legal minds in the industry. Through this wealth of experience and expertise, you are encouraged to develop your capabilities and reach your career aspirations.

At FPA, we are proud of our culture, team, career opportunities and the benefits offered to our people, all of which are underpinned by our Values of Excellence, Collaboration, Care and Trust. A fundamental aspect of FPA is its people driven culture and openness as a team. Built upon an 'open door policy', we curate a safe and respectful environment where collaboration and communication is not only available but encouraged.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drafting correspondence and generating other documents within agreed timelines in relation to patents and designs.
  • Accurately entering data into databases, updating the database as appropriate and ensuring critical deadlines are met.
  • Administrative and clerical functions necessary to facilitate the Local or Foreign filings processes.
  • Liaising with patent attorneys, foreign associates/agents and the offices of IPA and IPONZ.
  • Gathering, interpreting and analysing information to respond to inquiries and requests received from clients, associates and fee earners.
  • Ensuring case deadlines are met and reminders are actioned.
  • Attending to all billing functions associated with work undertaken.

Skills & Attributes:

  • 1-2 years' experience in a corporate environment, preferably within a professional services firm
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong written and communication skills

What can we offer you?

  • An inclusive and people-driven culture providing a continuous learning environment, enabling you to grow and progress throughout your career.
  • A wide range of employee benefits including mental and physical well-being programs and flexible work arrangements.
  • We support flexible working including hybrid working after probation. You choose your preferred working location 60% of the time.
  • Our office is in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, at 80 Collins Street. You can easily ride your bike or tram right to the front door, making use of our buildings extensive end-of-trip facilities.

How to apply, please attach

  1. Your current resume
  2. A covering letter explaining your interest in the position

All applicants must have an ongoing right to work in Australia.

Further questions?

Please contact our People and Culture Team, for further information and a confidential discussion about this opportunity, FPAP&

We encourage and welcome applications from people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ people of all genders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.

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