Trainee Patent Attorney – Electronics, Engineering

Elkington and Fife LLP; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Patent Attorney for its electronics, engineering, and physics group. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work closely with a partner on a diverse patent-related workload, including drafting applications and advising clients. The firm is committed to providing comprehensive training and has a strong track record of candidates succeeding in professional examinations. With a focus on high-quality service and technical competence, this position promises rapid career advancement for the right individual. Enjoy the benefits of working in a picturesque location with easy access to London and the beautiful Kent and Sussex countryside.

Benefits

Contributory pension

Health insurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will have a degree in electronic engineering or related fields.
• Strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Drafting new patent applications and corresponding with clients.
• Providing freedom to operate advice for clients in new technical areas.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Interest in technology

Education

Degree in Electronic Engineering

Degree in related disciplines

Job description

Elkington and Fife LLP, Trainee Patent Attorney – Electronics, Engineering

We are recruiting a trainee patent attorney for our electronics, engineering and physics group.

The successful candidate will ideally have an electronic engineering degree, although graduates in related disciplines will also be considered. The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both in speech and in writing, is of the utmost importance. We are looking for candidates with a good eye for detail, and a general interest in the advancement of technology.

The position will involve working directly with a partner on a varied patent-related workload, including:

1. Drafting new patent applications
2. Corresponding with clients and official patent offices
3. Providing freedom to operate advice to clients moving into new technical areas

A varied program of training will be provided, including internal seminars and tutorials, as well as external courses. We have a proven track record of candidates being successful in the UK and European professional examinations at their first attempt, which follows from recruiting only the best candidates. We can also demonstrate that we can offer rapid career advancement to partnership for the right candidates.

Our client base is dominated by large, high-profile multinational corporations. Our core focus is to deliver a high quality product, by requiring a high standard of technical competence from our attorneys, as well as meeting and exceeding service-level client expectations.

The position will be based in our Sevenoaks office, which is located about 20 miles south east of London. Working in Sevenoaks provides very convenient access to London, while at the same time offering close proximity to the Kent and Sussex countryside. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including a contributory pension, health insurance and generous holiday entitlement.

Please mention IP Careers when applying to Elkington and Fife LLP.