Chemistry Patent Attorney

G2 Legal; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

G2 Legal is seeking a Chemistry Patent Attorney (1–3 PQE) to join a growing IP practice. You will work on a broad range of high-quality chemistry matters, drafting, prosecuting, and filing patents across European and international jurisdictions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clients and technical teams, contributing to IP strategy and portfolio management while supporting senior attorneys on complex matters. A background in small molecule chemistry is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' PQE as a Patent Attorney.
• Strong academic background in Chemistry or a related discipline.
• Experience in patent drafting and prosecution.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Commercially minded approach and genuine interest in IP.
• Small molecule experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Patent drafting and prosecution across varied chemistries.
• European and international patent applications.
• IP strategy and portfolio management.
• Working closely with clients and technical teams.
• Supporting senior attorneys on complex matters.

Skills

Drafting patents

Prosecution

International filings

IP strategy

Portfolio management

Client communication

Small molecule exp

Education

Chemistry degree

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Chemistry Patent Attorney (1–3 PQE) to join a highly regarded and growing IP practice.

The firm has an excellent reputation within the patent market and offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys on a broad range of high-quality chemistry matters.

The Role

You will work across a varied portfolio of patent work, advising innovative clients on matters including:

• Patent drafting and prosecution
• European and international patent applications
• IP strategy and portfolio management
• Working closely with clients and technical teams
• Supporting senior attorneys on complex matters

Experience within small molecules would be highly desirable, although candidates with a strong broader chemistry background are encouraged to apply.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• 1–3 years' PQE as a Patent Attorney
• A strong academic background in Chemistry or a related discipline
• Experience in patent drafting and prosecution
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• A commercially minded approach and genuine interest in IP
• Small molecule experience would be advantageous

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-quality firm with a strong reputation, where you can continue developing your technical and commercial expertise while working on sophisticated patent matters.