BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!
British American TobaccoUK has an exciting opportunity for a Patent Operations Assistant in Southampton
The role is responsible for delivering strategic patent counsel and operational support to execute the Group Patent legal strategy, advising on risks and opportunities, managing invention harvesting and prosecution activities, and providing high-quality, solution-oriented guidance to maximise commercial value while ensuring legal compliance and mitigating business risk.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Assist in managing patent information in BAT’s internal patent database (Anaqua), including data entry and updates.
- Support the creation and maintenance of audit mechanisms to ensure data integrity.
- Assist in managing the accuracy of workbooks and commentary in BAT’s Master Repository database (Patsnap).
- Help coordinate with Patents team members on the storage and management of patent information.
- Provide basic administrative support, such as preparing documents, scheduling meetings and handling correspondence.
- Liaise with external service providers for routine tasks under the guidance of the Patent Operations Coordinator.
- Assist in preparing reports and summaries from the patent databases as needed.
What are we looking for?
- 1-2 years in an administrative, IP, legal operations or data‑heavy role.
- Experience in data entry and administrative tasks.
- Strong clerical and organisational skills.
- Experience in a large fast paced dynamic environment or legal industry is beneficial
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, in particular strong Excel skills.
What we offer you?
- We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
- Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives.
- Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
- You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
- We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.
