Collison & Co is a leading Adelaide firm of Patent and Trade Marks Attorneys providing professional services in the intellectual property field. We have a very long and proud history of providing excellent service to our clients, dating from the origins of the firm in 1877.

We specialise in assisting our clients to protect their intellectual property (patents, trade marks and designs) both in Australia and internationally. Our client base is extremely broad and consists of individuals, companies both small and large, and various government departments.

About the role

An opportunity has arisen for a bright, motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our administration team. This full-time role involves a wide range of administrative, secretarial, reception and records management duties and would suit someone with at least 5+ years experience in an administrative role.

Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• formatting, proof reading and finalising documentation
• drafting and preparing correspondence
• preparing debit notes
• case management - entering filing details, keeping track of internal and external due dates
• filing patent/trade mark applications
• deadline management - working with attorneys to ensure deadlines are met
• reception duties
• managing electronic files

Skills and experience

The individual we are seeking will have the following skills and abilities:

• excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• ability to prioritise and manage competing demands to meet deadlines
• high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• accurate typing skills - at least 60WPM
• dictation typing skills
• knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• great customer service skills with a courteous and professional approach
• organised and motivated
• team player

The successful individual will be joining a close-knit and high functioning team who take responsibility for their work and do so with a minimum of fuss or supervision. The ability to learn on the job and cooperate with team members is essential, as is a positive and friendly approach to the work environment. The successful applicant will be punctual and reliable with a strong work ethic.

Experience in the field of intellectual property will be highly regarded but is not essential.

All expressions of interest are strictly confidential.

Note

• You must be an Australian Permanent Resident and be fluent in English
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly

Please submit your application (cover letter and CV) by clicking "Apply Now" by close of business Friday, 7th March 2025. Please note, the application process may close earlier than the listed date.