Trainee Patent Attorney – Electronic engineering / computer Science

D Young & Co; Southampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading patent attorney firm in Southampton is seeking a Trainee Patent Attorney. You will undergo structured training to become a patent attorney, focusing on electronic engineering and technology innovations. Ideal candidates will have a background in electrical engineering or computer sciences and strong analytical skills. The role involves drafting patent applications and collaborating with clients to protect their inventions.

Benefits

Bi-annual performance based bonuses

Competitive salary and benefits package

Structured training from qualified attorneys

Qualifications

• Exceptional academic track record in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field.
• Prior experience in CPU/GPU architecture or SoC design is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Train to become a patent attorney with support from a leading team.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications globally.
• Work with clients to translate inventions into patent applications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Written communication

Team collaboration

Autonomous work

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Computer science degree

Job description

D Young & Co, Trainee Patent Attorney – Electronic engineering / computer Science

Are you passionate about innovation in computer architecture, micro-architecture or system-on-chip (SoC) design? Do you want to use your technical expertise to protect cutting-edge inventions and shape the future of technology? We are looking for a talented Trainee Patent Attorney to join our renowned Electronics & Mechanical team.

You will train to become a patent attorney alongside highly acclaimed colleagues in one of the leading teams in Europe, working with national and international clients across a wide range of industries and spanning many sectors.

What you will enjoy

• Challenging work, early responsibility and a training and personal development programme which is supportive and specific to you.
• Our commitment to developing talented graduates and post-doctorates who have the passion and initiative to build successful careers as patent attorneys.
• Full support and training towards qualification as a UK and European Patent Attorney.
• Working closely with clients to understand their inventions and translate complex technical ideas into strong patent applications.
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications before the UK and European Patent Offices and other patent offices around the world.
• A rewarding and fulfilling working environment and broad ranging, flexible benefits package including bi-annual performance based bonuses.

What you will need

• An exceptional academic track record in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Academic, industry, or prior patent experience in instruction set architecture, CPU or GPU micro-architecture, SoC/ASIC design, processor pipelines, memory hierarchy, interconnects, or related areas.
• The desire and ability to share ideas and expertise, working both in a team as well as autonomously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent written communication.
• To be highly motivated, with the drive and ambition to progress your career.
• The ability to explain complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• A desire to be empowered to make a difference and achieve shared goals to deliver real excellence to clients.
• An interest in law, intellectual property, and technology strategy.
• Given the high volume of work we conduct for a leading UK-based fabless semiconductor company, we are an excellent place to learn patent drafting and prosecution relating to innovation in the fields of instruction set architecture and CPU micro-architecture design and other related areas.
• Structured training and mentoring from qualified attorneys.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge global tech companies in other technical fields as well.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A collaborative, intellectually stimulating, and supportive environment.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis – early application is encouraged.

Please mention IP Careers when applying to D Young & Co.