PARTNERSHIP SECRETARY

A great opportunity exists to join a high profile firm of patent attorneys as Partnership Director. This firm was founded almost a century ago and has offices in London, Cambridge and Munich. It has an international reputation, and is one of the leading firms of patent and trade mark attorneys in Europe, acting for both domestic and foreign clients.

The Firm has grown consistently over the last 15 years, during which the number of Partners has doubled (to 14) and the number of assistants has increased threefold (to 25).

The Role:

 Direct participation in all Partnership and Committee meetings and managing follow-up actions
 Assistance with strategic planning and policy review through the Committee structure.
 The provision of advice to the Partnership on long/immediate term financial and business management issues.
 Close liaison with and support to the Business Development Consultant in business development and marketing initiatives as required.
 Overall responsibility for premises and facilities management with support from the General Office Manager.
 Support and advice to supervising Partners and managers concerning the management, administration, organisation and quality control of Support Departments.

The job holder will have a high level of energy, drive and business acumen coupled with obvious presence and credibility, and the ability to recognise the sensitivity and confidentiality of the role. He/she will need a collaborative style and be able to work as an effective team member.

The following experience, skills and personal attributes are also required:

 Experience and a proven track record in leadership and management above departmental level, including work as a project manager.
 A diplomatic and firm manner, with strong powers of persuasion and the qualities to inspire respect and confidence.
 The ability to work comfortably and effectively within a professional services environment.
 First class communications skills, both written and oral.

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First Counsel
Queen's House
8-9 Queen Street
London
EC4N 1SP


Tel: 020 7332 6332
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