Patent Attorney

Caselton Clark; Crawley; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Caselton Clark in Crawley is seeking a fully qualified Patent Attorney with 1–3 years PQE to manage a dynamic portfolio across biotechnology, life sciences and chemistry. You will advise directly to client leadership, build relationships from startups to international corporations, and thrive in a small-firm environment with immediate ownership and growth opportunities.

Join a collaborative team where your expertise shapes client strategy and commercial success in a predominantly office-based

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Patent Attorney with PQE 1–3 years preferred.
• Strong background in Biotechnology, Life Sciences or Chemistry.
• Willingness to handle matters beyond core domain; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio Management: own diverse workflows across biotech, life sciences and chemistry.
• Commercial Advisory: provide pragmatic legal and commercial guidance to client leadership.
• Client Relationship Building: maintain and grow relationships from startups to international corporates.
• Cross-Disciplinary Handling: adapt across technical boundaries and related subjects.

Skills

Portfolio management

Client relationship building

Commercial advisory

Cross-disciplinary adaptability

Education

Fully qualified Patent Attorney

Job description

Patent Attorney – Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Chemistry

Location: Crawley, UK (Predominantly office-based)

Position: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a fully qualified Patent Attorney looking for a high-impact role with direct client engagement and clear pathways for progression? We are partnering with a highly regarded, established UK Intellectual Property firm seeking a talented attorney to manage a dynamic, broad portfolio.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney who thrives in a collaborative, close-knit firm culture where your work directly shapes client strategy and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

• Portfolio Management: Take immediate ownership of a diverse workflow spanning biotechnology, life sciences, and chemistry.
• Commercial Advisory: Provide clear, pragmatic legal and commercial advice directly to client leadership, moving beyond basic technical execution.
• Client Relationship Building: Maintain and grow trusted relationships with a broad spectrum of clients, from early-stage startups to international corporations.
• Cross-Disciplinary Handling: Adapt flexibly across technical boundaries, applying your foundational knowledge to a variety of related subject matters.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualification: Fully qualified Patent Attorney (ideally 1–3 years PQE, though candidate applications slightly outside this range are welcome).
• Technical Background: Strong academic and professional background in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or Chemistry.
• Broad Curiosity: A strong willingness to handle technical matters outside your core domain.
• Mindset & Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills, strong commercial acumen, and a proactive, adaptable approach suited to a small-firm environment.

Why Apply?

• Immediate Portfolio Ownership: Hit the ground running with an active, varied caseload rather than waiting in a back-office queue.
• Direct Client Exposure: Build your personal profile and long-term business relationships from day one.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside senior leadership in a supportive setting where individual contribution is genuinely recognized.