Patent Secretary - BasingstokeWe are seeking a highly organised and proactive Patent Secretary to join a busy intellectual property team based in our Basingstoke office. This is an excellent opportunity for a Secretary with at least 12 months'' experience in an IP environment who is looking to develop their career within a professional and supportive firm.The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting patent attorneys and ensuring the smooth administration of client portfolios. This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesPreparing correspondence and other documentation in relation to patent mattersCommunicating with clients, foreign associates and other external contacts in a professional mannerMaintaining and updating internal records and databases, including the firm''s IP management systemProviding tailored administrative support to meet specific client requirements, including working with client document management systems and portalsPreparing and issuing invoices and assisting with billing-related tasksManaging incoming, outgoing communications and ensuring accurate record keepingSupporting attorneys with diary management, deadlines and general administrative tasks where requiredSkills and ExperienceMinimum of 12 months'' secretarial or administrative experience within an intellectual property environmentExcellent written and ..... full job details .....