Job Description

Patent Attorney

Our client, a renowned international law firm are currently looking for an experience Patent Attorney to join their team. They have one of the most highly regarded Intellectual Property practices, with over 100 IP professionals working globally on all aspects of contentious and non-contentious IP.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and fully qualified Patent Attorney with an electronics/ software background. The role will be predominantly focusing on electronics and software in the cellular telecommunications and consumer devices fields and there will be opportunities for the successful candidate to work on litigation and transactional matters in addition to the usual attorney duties.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and filing patent applications.
• Managing responses to office actions and securing patents.
• Developing and maintaining strategic patent portfolios.
• Conducting searches to assess patentability.
• Evaluating potential infringements and conducting freedom-to-operate analyses.
• Advising on filing strategies and IP monetisation.
• Assisting with patent litigation and enforcement.

Requirements:

• Fully qualified European Patent Attorney, ideally 2-4 years PQE.
• Undergraduate qualification in computer science, psychics or engineering.
• Strong client-facing credentials and an interest in being actively involved with marketing and business development.
• Electronics/software background, preferably experience in cellular technology & AI/LLMs.
• Clear understanding of commercial law firm operations.