Trainee Patent Attorney

Boult Wade Tennant; Reading, Cambridge, City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading intellectual property firm in the UK is seeking a Trainee Patent Attorney. Candidates should possess a degree in STEM and UCAS points of at least 136, with a 2:1 prediction. The role offers a hands-on training experience, direct client engagement, and a hybrid working model. Applicants will gain international exposure with opportunities to work across offices in the UK and Europe.

Benefits

Internal tutoring

Paid study leave

Full course and exam fees

Qualifications

• Final-year students or graduates with at least 136 UCAS points and a predicted or achieved 2:1 or above.
• Degree in STEM required for patent attorney roles; other backgrounds accepted for trade mark roles.
• Equivalent qualifications are acceptable for international applicants.

Responsibilities

• Work on real cases and engage directly with clients.
• Receive tailored training and support in a hybrid working environment.
• Impactful responsibilities from day one alongside respected partners.

Skills

Innovation

Collaboration

Client engagement

Education

Degree in STEM

136 UCAS points

Job description

Boult Wade Tennant, Trainee Patent Attorney

Are you passionate about innovation, driven to build an impactful career in IP and keen to work in an inclusive, collaborative firm with a European outlook? We’re delighted to announce that Boult’s trainee application window is now open.

Why choose Boult?

• Hands-on, bespoke training: You’ll work on real cases, engage directly with clients and collaborate across disciplines – not pigeonholed into one path.
• Training at your pace: No conveyor-belt timelines here. We tailor your path to match your strengths – sit qualifying exams when you’re ready.
• Comprehensive support: Expect internal tutoring, soft skills sessions, a trainee buddy, a mentor, paid study leave and full course and exam fees – plus a supportive hybrid working environment.
• Meaningful impact from day one: You’ll be trusted with responsibility early, working alongside respected partners and expanding your abilities.
• Broader EU exposure: With offices across the UK, Germany and Spain, your work – and career – is international from the outset.

Who we’re looking for:

• Final-year students or graduates with at least 136 UCAS points and a predicted or achieved 2:1 or above.
• Degree in STEM for patent attorney roles; open to all academic backgrounds for trade mark roles.
• For international applicants, equivalent qualifications are expected.

Please mention IP Careers when applying to Boult Wade Tennant.

• Areas of Specialism: Biotechnology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Mechanical Engineering