Secretary

Who we are:

HLK is an IP powerhouse comprising over 200 people in 7 locations, providing a full suite of IP services advising across the globe and in all technical and scientific disciplines. We secure intellectual property rights for our clients, who are at the forefront of technological development in the electronics, engineering, chemical, and biotechnology sectors.

Why work for HLK:

Our clients expect only the best from us and that is what we deliver. The work here is progressive and challenging yet rewarding. We’re aware that our people are at the heart of everything we do, it’s why we invest in each employee’s professional development and run a yearly wellbeing programme. HLK offers a great work/life balance in a friendly and supportive working environment. This is an attractive job with exciting and varied responsibilities and a 35-hour week. We have flat hierarchies, a good working atmosphere, professional development is available as well as performance-related pay.

What are we looking for?

We value team spirit, personal responsibility, proactivity, an eye for detail, and a positive attitude. We look forward to someone who is organised and open to contributing your own ideas to the organisational design of our team. We expect you to be able to communicate confidently in German and English and to have good IT skills. You should be flexible and adaptable in stressful situations to ensure smooth and efficient teamwork.

What will you be doing?

• Supporting the case managers as well as organising day-to-day office activities.

• Processing incoming and outgoing mail

• Taking care of the telephone switchboard

• Storing and processing communication and correspondence on our patent management systems

• Preparation of business letters

• Preparatory bookkeeping

Experience in a law firm field is an advantage.

If you are interested, we look forward to receiving your application.