FS / FQ Patent Attorney – Pharmaceuticals – Up to £120,000

Dawn Ellmore Employment Agency; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected recruitment agency is assisting a leading London firm in their search for a qualified patent attorney with a background in Chemistry or Pharmaceuticals. The role offers the opportunity to work on diverse and contentious patent matters. Candidates should have up to 4 years of post-qualification experience and a desire to learn from industry leaders.

Qualifications

• Experience of up to 4 years as a qualified patent attorney.
• Technical background in Chemistry or Pharmaceuticals.
• Willingness to work on contentious patent matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patents.
• Work on oppositions and other contentious matters.
• Conduct opinion work regarding patentability and freedom to operate.
• Participate in due diligence processes.

Skills

Patent drafting and prosecution

Knowledge of oppositions and contentious matters

Opinion work (patentability and freedom to operate)

Due diligence

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Pharmaceuticals

Job description

Overview

We are pleased to build our long standing relationship with this highly regarded London firm, as they search for a finals standard / fully qualified patent attorney (up to 4 years' post qualification experience).

This position will suit an attorney with a technical background in Chemistry / Pharmaceuticals. This is a rare chance to gain exposure to the contentious side of patents, which is sure to stand you in good stead for the future and work with a variety of interesting clients directly.

Responsibilities and opportunities generally include the following matters. Previous exposure to, or a knowledge of and willingness to work on, the following matters would be advantageous:

• Patent drafting and prosecution
• Oppositions and other contentious matters
• Opinion work (patentability and freedom to operate)
• Due diligence

All in all, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn from some of the industry’s leading attorneys. Don’t hesitate to get in touch to find out more!