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

Dawn Ellmore Employment Agency; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable employment agency is seeking a fully qualified patent attorney with up to 5 years' experience in London. The role requires a technical background in Chemistry or Pharmaceuticals and offers exposure to contentious patent matters. Responsibilities include patent drafting, prosecution, oppositions, and conducting opinion work. This is an exceptional opportunity to grow your career while working with leading attorneys in the industry.

Qualifications

• Up to 5 years' post qualification experience as a patent attorney.
• Technical background in Chemistry or Pharmaceuticals.
• Willingness to work on contentious patent matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patents.
• Handle oppositions and contentious matters.
• Conduct opinion work regarding patentability.
• Perform due diligence.

Skills

Patent drafting and prosecution

Oppositions and other contentious matters

Opinion work (patentability and freedom to operate)

Due diligence

Education

Fully qualified patent attorney

Job description

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 5 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.

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!