About Reddie & Grose LLP
Reddie & Grose LLP is an internationally renowned firm of European and United Kingdom patent, trade mark and design attorneys.
Our experienced team of over 100 IP professionals based in London, Cambridge, Munich and The Hague includes specialists in a wide range of technical disciplines. We offer services for a wide range of industries, with particular strengths in electronics and software, mechanical engineering, chemistry, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. Our trade mark team provides specialist advice on branding and trade mark work; we also have a specialist team handling plant variety protection.
We handle the full range of IP rights for a global client base ranging from SMEs starting to consider IP through to large corporations with rights in over 100 countries. Our services range from investigating competing rights, handling oppositions, drafting and filing applications, and maintaining portfolios. We resolve disputes about IP, working closely with other leading legal firms if it becomes necessary to resort to the courts.
We understand work-life challenges and are sensitive to how work can impact your personal life. We respect this and will always encourage a good work-life balance. Our workplace is one where fairness, respect, equality and dignity are promoted and are part of the firms everyday goals and behaviour. There is a welcoming culture where we recognise that the different backgrounds, values, attitudes, skills and experience of our staff mean they bring a unique perspective to work issues.
Training at Reddie & Grose
Reddie & Grose has an excellent reputation for training, and we pride ourselves on the training we provide across all areas of the firm.
Our Values
At Reddie & Grose LLP, our commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment is anchored in our core values. These values were established through the collective contributions and insights of everyone at our firm.
BE OPEN
We want trust to be at the core of our firm, and we believe clarity and transparency in our decisions and actions are key to building it.
BELONG TOGETHER
We actively foster a friendly working culture where we create opportunities for people to connect, collaborate and belong. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusivity drives us to continually improve our culture, ensuring that everyone feels heard and welcomed.
EXCELLING FOR CLIENTS
We are a team who excel at meeting our clients needs, proudly offering bespoke and high-quality services. Driven by continuous improvement and an unrelenting commitment to quality, we prioritise opportunities for our clients.
LEADING THE WAY
We empower our people to lead the way, nurturing a culture of curiosity and a relentless pursuit of knowledge and continuous learning.
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
Reddie & Grose LLP is an equal opportunities employer. It is essential that equality of opportunity and the absence of unfair discrimination be at the core of all the firms policies and activities. We value diversity and ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and potential. Every individual's uniqueness enhances our collective strength. We are members of IP Inclusive and have been actively involved in Women in IP, IP & ME, IP Out and IP Ability.
Staff Benefits
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27 days annual leave plus all bank and public holidays
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Remote home working (40% office / 60% working from home)
- Discretionary Christmas bonus
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Family Friendly Policies
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Private Pension Scheme (with optional salary sacrifice)
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Semi-annual meetings with a Pensions Advisor
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Group Life Assurance (3 x salary)
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Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice scheme)
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Eye care vouchers
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Employee Benefits Platform
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Paid charity leave day
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Active social events calendar
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Interest free season ticket loans
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Private medical scheme
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Access to cycle store and shower facilities
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Positive culture for work-life balance
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Daily delivery of fresh fruit
Marketing & Business Development Administrator
Marketing and Business Development
Business Development Manager
Job Summary
This role is responsible for providing administrative support for the firms business development and marketing activities. Duties will include monitoring the marketing inbox and diary management, preparing marketing/pitch presentations, business development reports, research, organising meetings and events in the UK and abroad, keeping records and maintaining the customer relationship management system.
Key Responsibilities
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Monitoring the Marketing & Business Development inbox and calendar, including responding to queries, scheduling meetings and maintaining team calendars.
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Maintaining accurate and up-to-date marketing, client and contact data within Inprotech, Introhive and other business development systems.
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Assisting with the preparation of pitches and proposals, including gathering content, sourcing statistics, formatting documents and creating presentation materials.
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Uploading and maintaining content on the firm's website and social media channels.
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Assisting with the production of reports, relationship insights and management information from Inprotech, Introhive and other data sources to support business development activities and meetings.
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Supporting the preparation and submission of legal directory and award submissions and maintaining firm profiles on relevant directories.
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Using Google Analytics and other tools to monitor website performance and campaign effectiveness.
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Providing administrative support for client relationship, key account and target programmes.
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Conducting research to support networking activities, client meetings, international conferences and business development initiatives.
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Maintaining the firm's marketing and events calendar, including coordinating incoming event invitations and opportunities.
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Assisting with the planning and delivery of firm events, including venue sourcing, invitations, registrations, attendee communications and event administration.
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Preparing, maintaining and updating marketing collateral, ensuring consistency with the firm's brand guidelines and house style.
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Sourcing promotional merchandise and client gifts and managing stock levels.
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Providing support on ad hoc projects and carrying out other duties as reasonably required by the Marketing & Business Development team and the wider firm.
Systems Used
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Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Work, Excel and PowerPoint)
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Inprotech
- Introhive
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iManage
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Internet and web-based research portals
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Intranet (SharePoint)
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Website content management system
Person Specification
Educated to A level (or equivalent) or above
Ideally educated to degree level, though not essential
High standard of written literacy, numeracy and analytical skills
Experience in a professional services environment
Confident in engaging with people at all levels
Excellent research skills and experience of attending meetings and taking minutes
Eager to learn and gain a deeper understanding of the business
Experience of working with databases or
other structured or manual information
systems
High degree of IT literacy both desktop
& online
Knowledge of Inprotech (Database) and the ability to use Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
Proficient in using Outlook, Word, Excel and
PowerPoint
Proficient in using social media platforms
Core Competencies - In line with our values
- Demonstrate open and honest communication
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to work well within a team
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Foster an atmosphere of collaborative working
- Deliver excellent client care
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An ability to prioritise tasks effectively, work to tight deadlines and under pressure
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Flexibility in task management and adaptability to change
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Demonstrate a continuous drive for improvement
- View change as a positive and an opportunity to develop
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Proactive mindset
Statement
This job description is issued as a guideline to assist you in your duties, it is not exhaustive and we would be pleased to discuss any constructive comments you may have. Because of the evolving nature and changing demands of our business, this job description may be subject to change and does not form part of the contract of employment. You may, on occasions, be required to undertake additional or other duties within the context of this job description, and according to the needs of the firm.
Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
