Job Description

The team are based out of the Sheffield office, so candidates must be able to commute to this office as needed.

The Advanced Engineering Group supports a diverse range of highly innovative engineering businesses in the UK overseas.

This role requires someone with a more general mechanical engineering background, strong knowledge of engines, and any experience with freedom to operate/clearance but would a bonus (but not a requirement). For this role, you must be at least single qualified (either UK or European),

Accountabilities

• Drafting specifications and responding to office actions for complex inventions efficiently and to a high standard.
• Advising clients on securing appropriate IP protection.
• Assisting with Oral Proceedings at the European Patent Office.
• Corresponding with clients, Patent Offices and overseas Attorneys.
• Analysing prior art and working directly with clients to develop creative and persuasive arguments against patent office objections.
• Thoroughly analysing and amending existing patent specifications where necessary to address patent office objections to patent applications.
• Researching and advising on the status, scope and validity of third-party intellectual property rights.
• Taking on case manager responsibilities and acting as a point of contact for clients where appropriate, including attending client meetings virtually and in person.
• If qualified, assisting with the development of junior fee earners, delegating effectively and providing feedback, and delivering internal tutorials.
• Engaging in business development activities including writing articles and, if qualified, supporting junior fee earners in their business development practice.
• Developing relationships with our current clients and building a network of contacts, with a view to converting contacts to clients and bringing in new business.
• Any other duties where necessary to ensure the needs of the business are met.

Knowledge and skills required

• As specified previously, you must be at least single qualified (EU/UK).
• Degree in mechanical engineering or similar discipline.
• A strong academic or industry record in the relevant discipline and the ability to communicate effectively about technical concepts with the research and development teams of our clients.
• Skilled in analysing and identifying the novel features and commercial potential of an invention with demonstrable experience in drafting patent specifications and responses to office actions for prosecution.
• If qualified, experience managing cases and client relationships, with a track record of building rapport with clients and developing new business.
• Impeccable written English, attention to detail and first-rate communication skills with the ability to express ideas clearly and accurately.
• A track record of interacting effectively with staff and clients at all levels and a team- player with a proactive approach.
• The ability to prioritise workload, manage high volumes of work and meet deadlines.