Patent Attorney - Finalist/Qualified - Machine Learning/AI/Software

EJ Legal Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable IP private practice in the United Kingdom is looking for an ambitious Patent Attorney experienced in Machine Learning, AI, or software-related patent cases. The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of experience and a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or AI. This role provides an inclusive work environment and the opportunity for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years fee-earner experience as a Patent Attorney.
• Finalist level or up to 3 years PQE with EPA or CPA qualification.
• Background in IP practice or law firm department.

Responsibilities

• Protect IP for SMEs and multinational clients.
• Explain complex principles to non-patent professionals.
• Engage in business strategy and marketing for IP law.

Skills

Patent law expertise

Machine Learning knowledge

Commercial acumen

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or AI

Job description

You’re an ambitious, commercially astute Patent Attorney with a background in Machine Learning, AI or Software related patent cases, looking for a fresh challenge in your IP career.

You should have acquired a minimum of 4 years’ fee-earner experience (Finalist level) up to 3 years PQE (EPA or CPA qualification) in a dedicated IP practice or law firm department and can demonstrate a genuine passion for protecting emerging technology on behalf of a range of SME and multinational clients. You naturally immerse yourself in new technology, but also relish explaining complex principles to non-patent professionals in a digestible manner! Your first degree (and/or PhD) background can derive from a Computer Science, Mathematics or AI related subject.

You’re now seeking a firm that can offer immediate instructions from a rich blend of established and pioneering companies to protect their IP, whilst providing a friendly, supportive and fully inclusive working environment to exceed your own career aspirations.

This established IP private practice prides itself on having cultivated an enviable culture that attracts and retains a high calibre of Patent Attorney, from Trainee through to Partner level. Collectively, the firm have maintained a non-corporate approach to IP client relationship-management which is wholly embraced by employees at all levels. It’s an exciting time for the firm at present, with succession planning and long-term career growth at the centre of their people strategy.

Patent Attorneys share strong interests and experience in IP law, business strategy and marketing, possessing an impressive attention to detail, as well as being able to appreciate the bigger picture. Strategically, they are keen to appoint a talented, forward-thinking and commercially adept Patent Attorney who shares their values of passion, dynamism and astute decision making. You can be based within commutable distance of London or Yorkshire.

If you genuinely value the quality and calibre of IP advice and wish to be part of an exciting growth phase, then this role should certainly pique your interest.

Please contact James Dawes on 07739 982766 or email [e-mail] for further context and an informal conversation.