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

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

Job summary

A prominent London law firm is seeking a qualified patent attorney with up to 4 years of experience. This role involves patent drafting, prosecution, and exposure to contentious matters. Ideal candidates will have a technical background in Chemistry or Pharmaceuticals. This is an excellent opportunity to work with industry-leading attorneys and diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Up to 4 years' post-qualification experience.
• Technical background in Chemistry or Pharmaceuticals.
• Willingness to work on contentious matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prosecute patents.
• Handle oppositions and other contentious matters.
• Provide patentability and freedom to operate opinions.

Skills

Patent drafting and prosecution

Contentious matters exposure

Opinion work

Due diligence

Education

Qualifications in Chemistry/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.

Experience/Qualifications

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!