Patent Attorney - Electronics/Software - Qualified CPA/EPA

EJ Legal; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm in Greater London is seeking a UK and European Patent Attorney with up to 5 years PQE. The successful candidate will handle patent applications in electronics, software, and medical devices, while also managing stakeholder expectations and providing client-focused solutions. A degree in computer science, physics, or electrical engineering is required, along with strong communication skills. The firm offers a hybrid working environment and various learning opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working environment

Employer for Working Families

Innovation learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a UK and European Patent Attorney with up to 5 years PQE.
• An undergraduate degree in computer science, physics, or electrical engineering is required.
• Experience in cellular technology and AI work is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications across electronics, software, and medical devices.
• Provide opposition and contentious work with clients.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and deliver client-focused solutions.
• Collaborate on strategy, negotiations, and multi-jurisdictional litigation.

Skills

Client-focused solutions

Stakeholder management

Experience with AI work

Education

Undergraduate degree in computer science, physics, or electrical engineering

UK and European Patent Attorney with up to 5 years PQE

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a UK and European Patent Attorney (up to 5 years PQE) with an undergraduate qualification in computer science, physics or electrical engineering to join a dynamic IP practice group within an international law firm.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications across electronics, software and medical devices.
• Provide opposition and contentious work with clients, including litigation and transactional matters.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and deliver client-focused solutions.
• Collaborate on strategy, negotiations and multi-jurisdictional litigation.

Qualifications

• UK and European Patent Attorney (up to 5 years PQE).
• Undergraduate degree in computer science, physics or electrical engineering.
• Experience with cellular technology and AI work is advantageous.
• Strong client focus and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid working environment and flexible hybrid working for all.
• Employer for Working Families and Social Mobility.
• Innovation learning and development opportunities.

Contact

James Dawes – 07739 982766 • [e-mail]