Part Qualified / Qualified Patent Attorney – Engineering, Communications & Physics

Maucher Jenkins; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Part Qualified or Qualified Patent Attorney to join their dynamic patents group in London. This role offers stimulating work and early responsibility within a supportive and friendly environment. The ideal candidate will have a background in Engineering, Communications, or Physics, with a particular interest in 5G technology. You will collaborate with experienced professionals and provide exceptional service to a diverse client base. This forward-thinking firm values professional development and offers a competitive salary, generous bonuses, and flexible working arrangements, making it an exciting opportunity for those ready for a new challenge.

Benefits

Generous Bonus Scheme

Flexible Working

Hybrid Working

Healthy Work-Life Balance

Attractive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a background in Engineering, Communications, or Physics.
• Self-starter with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with experienced Partners, providing high-quality service to clients.
• Engage in patent applications and prosecution for various clients.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Listening Skills

Chinese Language

German Language

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Communications Engineering

Degree in Physics

Job description

Our standards are high, but we offer the right candidates stimulating work, excellent professional development, and early responsibility. We are a friendly firm and we take pride in our professional, encouraging, and supportive culture.

Role type:

Part Qualified / Qualified Patent Attorney – Engineering, Communications & Physics

Employment Type:

Permanent

Listed:

6 March 2025

About the Role

We are seeking applicants to join our growing patents group in our London office. We are keen to hear from candidates with a background in Engineering (with significant electronic content), Communications Engineering, or Physics. A specific interest in 5G is desirable.

You may be a fully qualified or trainee attorney already working in private practice, or you may be in industry; in any case, you are ready for a new challenge!

You will work with interesting and experienced Partners and colleagues, providing the highest quality of service to our impressive client base.

About You

The right candidate will be a self-starter who likes working as part of a team. You will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to work effectively with our national and international client base; you will have strong time management and organisational skills; and will be able to demonstrate dedication to providing excellence to our clients. You will be a good listener and able to take on board and act on feedback. Chinese language skills or German language skills may be of value.

About Us

Maucher Jenkins is an Anglo-German firm of patent and trademark attorneys, as well as solicitors and Rechtsanwälten specializing in IP. We have offices in London, Farnham, Freiburg, Munich, and Beijing. We advise on all aspects of intellectual property in the legal systems in which we operate. Our patents team files and prosecutes patent applications for large international corporations as well as a range of domestic clients and start-ups. We carry out patent portfolio and freedom-to-operate reviews, along with validity and infringement analysis, litigation, and litigation support. We are uniquely situated to provide an exciting career with opportunities across all our offices.

We Offer

We offer a very competitive salary along with a generous bonus scheme; we ensure all colleagues enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our achievable targets and supportive working environment. We offer flexible and hybrid working (office and home-based working), and an attractive benefits package. We offer a friendly and welcoming team.

Please apply with your CV and covering letter via our website (click “apply online” on this page) or by email to [e-mail]