Description The Role: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IP Administration Officer to join our highly successful New Filings Team in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney. The New Filings Team is responsible for the preparation and lodgment of Patent and Design applications with the Australian Patent Office, the Australian Design Office and the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand. This is a permanent full-time position, we are open to flexible working options Please note that the title of this position listed may be subject to change As our IP Administration Officer, you will: File and report Australian and New Zealand Patent and Design applications. Report filing receipts. Cooperate with the Credit Supervisor to ensure that debt collection policies are met. Liaise with internal and external clients regarding queries. Maintain internal databases. Prepare estimates to file Australian and New Zealand Patent and Design applications. Prepare and request examination for Australian and New Zealand Patent and Design applications. Prepare and report invoices. The successful candidate must have: A positive, energetic, flexible and hard-working attitude; Two to three years’ experience in an administration role; Ability to work well under pressure; Intermediate to advanced MS Word and Outlook; Proficiency in using databases (experience in Inprotech will be a desirable attribute and will be considered favourably); Strong communication skills; High attention to detail; and Fluent written and spoken English. What's in it for you? We offer a range of excellent employee benefits such as: An inclusive and people-driven culture Paid parental leave Continuous learning environment, with a focus on your professional development Reward and recognition program that recognises individual and team performance Generous leave benefits A Social Club which provides a wide range of activities throughout the year Hybrid working policy that encourages flexible working arrangements Health and Wellbeing program including access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and a subsidised membership to Classpass Working at FB Rice At FB Rice we are known for our great workplace culture and the quality of our work. We make this a priority and pride ourselves in providing excellent customer service to the diverse range of interesting clients with which we work. We offer a range of excellent employee benefits as well as opportunities for flexible working arrangements. Recognised as Australia’s market leader by various national and international awards, we are a national firm with an international practice. With offices in Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Sydney, we pride ourselves on having a local touch with global reach. We recruit the best people, ensuring that excellence is achieved by having technical experts with great communication skills. How to Apply Please submit your cover letter and CV by clicking "Apply Now". To be eligible for this position you must be fluent in English and have an ongoing right to work in Australia. All expressions of interest are strictly confidential. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. FB Rice recognises the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace, and encourages any interested candidates with the above-mentioned technical background and professional skills to apply. Please read our Inclusion and Diversity Statement on the FB Rice website at fbrice.com.au/careers.