About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented IP Assistant to join our Electronics, Physics and IT (EPIT) practice team at Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick (POF).
Working alongside four other IP Assistants in the national EPIT team, your key responsibilities will include:
* Creating, prioritising and completing workflows through our document management system.
* Preparing and reviewing correspondence with clients and patent examiners, preparing patent documents.
* Maintaining well-organised electronic files.
* Coordination of invoicing and monthly billing processes.
* Ad-hoc administrative tasks and providing administrative support to other practice teams when required.
About You
You are an experienced administrator with a curious and adaptable mindset who is willing to learn and has a keen eye for detail. Additionally, you will possess:
* Exceptional organisation skills.
* Technical proficiency with various IT applications and MS Office.
* The ability to multi-task efficiently and collaborate across different practice teams.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and interpersonal.
* A positive attitude and desire to be a team player.
* Previous experience in Intellectual Property is highly regarded.
About Us
Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick (POF) is a privately owned patent and trademark attorney firm with 100+ people across locations in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane and Hobart. Our main business is in the procurement and defence of intellectual property rights including patents, trademarks, and designs for our clients both domestically and internationally.
Our award-winning team operates at the forefront of innovation and technology, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to real and rewarding outcomes. Our client base is diverse and ranges from individual inventors through to leading multinational corporations.
We are committed to fostering a culture of engagement and collaboration, where our people feel supported and empowered in their roles. We offer learning and development customised for each level and role profile and opportunities for all staff to participate as thought leaders in our cultural pillar groups.
About Our Workplace
On a day-to-day basis, we work with innovative clients to protect their hi-tech inventions, products and brands locally and internationally.
POF prides itself on valuing its people and the diversity and innovative thinking our people bring to our business. Our culture is built on principles of inclusion, respect, and integrity. Our employees enjoy challenging work in a collegial team-based environment with a genuine work/life balance.