Patent Paralegal

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Recruitment Operations Advisor - Scotland - Private Practice and In House

A top-ranked Patent department seeks an ambitious Patent Paralegal to join their Glasgow team.

With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration and continuous development, this firm offers the ideal environment for a Paralegal looking to maximise their career potential within a supportive, future-focused team.

Role

This is a standout opportunity for a Patent Paralegal to join a high-performing department within a leading firm based in Glasgow. The team is known for its collaborative culture, forward-thinking approach and deep expertise across the full spectrum of patent prosecution work.

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality support to a diverse client base, including major UK and international businesses, across all stages of the patent lifecycle. The firm offers a unique environment where paralegals are empowered to develop with scope to work across UK, European and PCT filings, foreign patent matters, assignments, client process development and broader portfolio management.

The team has a strong focus on quality, efficiency and innovation. Alongside this, you will be supported at every stage, where feedback is actively encouraged and regularly integrated into process improvements. You’ll work alongside industry-leading professionals who are passionate about mentoring and sharing their knowledge, with a clear emphasis on long-term development and progression.

This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic setting and is looking to deepen their technical IP and Patent knowledge while gaining exposure to complex, high-value work. Whether you’re looking to specialise or broaden your remit, this position offers a real platform to grow.

Your Experience

• Prior experience in Patent law
• Ideally, you will be CIPA qualified or have the equivalent experience
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A proactive and adaptable approach to work
• Confidence in managing competing deadlines and supporting multiple fee earners
• A market-leading salary package
• Hybrid working and flexible hours are actively encouraged
• A competitive benefits package, including a generous bonus scheme, industry-leading annual leave entitlement, private medical coverage and additional valuable perks.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation and continuous improvement
• The opportunity to develop into an expert Patent Paralegal with varied, high-quality work

If you’d like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott at / for a confidential discussion.

Seniority level

• Seniority level
• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type
• Full-time

Job function

• Job function
• Legal
• Industries
• Legal Services and Law Practice

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