IT & Engineering Patent Attorney - Part-Qualified

Mathys & Squire LLP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mathys & Squire LLP in London/Hybrid is seeking a Part-Qualified Patent Attorney to join our IT & Engineering team. You will advise a diverse client base, spanning deep-tech, medical devices, automotive, software and engineering innovations.

You will draft UK/European/international patent applications and manage prosecutions, with opportunities in opposition and IP advisory work while progressing toward UK/European qualification. Hybrid working and mentoring support are offered.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified UK and/or European Patent Attorney.
• Experience in patent drafting and/or prosecution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively within a collaborative team.
• A proactive approach and commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
• Experience advising clients on wider intellectual property matters.
• An interest in AI and machine learning technologies.
• Business development experience or an interest in developing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Draft high-quality UK, European and international patent applications across a diverse range of technologies.
• Manage the prosecution of UK, European and international patent applications.
• Assist where appropriate on opposition, appeal and contentious proceedings.
• Advise clients on patentability, infringement, validity, freedom to operate and wider intellectual property strategy under appropriate supervision.
• Support commercial transactions through IP due diligence, licensing and other intellectual property agreements.
• Build trusted relationships with clients by delivering commercially focused and pragmatic advice.
• Work closely with colleagues across the firm to provide integrated intellectual property services.
• Contribute to business development initiatives, including preparing articles, seminars and client presentations.
• Manage your own workload effectively, ensuring excellent client service and adherence to deadlines.
• Continue professional development towards qualification as a UK and European Patent Attorney.

Skills

Part-qualified UK/European Patent Att

Patent drafting experience

Patent prosecution experience

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Business development interest

Interest in AI/ML tech

Education

Part-qualified UK/European Patent Attorney

Job description

Mathys & Squire LLP in London/Hybrid is seeking a Part-Qualified Patent Attorney to join our IT & Engineering team. You will advise a diverse client base, spanning deep-tech, medical devices, automotive, software and engineering innovations.

You will draft UK/European/international patent applications and manage prosecutions, with opportunities in opposition and IP advisory work while progressing toward UK/European qualification. Hybrid working and mentoring support are offered.