Trainee Patent Attorney High Tech Physics/Electronics/Computer Science

Barker Brettell; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Barker Brettell is seeking motivated graduates to join their Birmingham office as Trainee Patent Attorneys. The role offers a structured training program with exposure to experienced attorneys, focusing on high-tech physics, electronics, and computer science. Ideal candidates should hold a minimum 2:1 degree in relevant fields and will benefit from a comprehensive benefits package including bonuses, pensions, and more.

Benefits

Bonus

Contributory pension

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Permanent health insurance

Qualifications

• Graduate with a minimum 2:1 degree.
• Interest in law is advantageous but not required.
• Degree in Physics, Electronics, Software, or Computer Science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Birmingham team on patent cases.
• Participate in a structured training program alongside qualified attorneys.
• Get exposure to various attorneys and support staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

Knowledge of French

Knowledge of German

Education

Minimum 2:1 degree in Physics/Electronics/Software/Computer Science

Combined degree of Mechanical/Electronic Engineering and Software

Job description

Barker Brettell, Trainee Patent Attorney High Tech Physics/Electronics/Computer Science

We are currently seeking a trainee patent attorney, to work with our Birmingham team. The role is based in our Birmingham office but with the option to work part of the week from home, subject to training requirements.

We are looking for candidates with a physics, electronics, software and/or computer science degree to join the existing team.Candidates with a combined degree of mechanical/electronic engineering and software may also be considered.

Graduates should have a minimum 2:1 degree and should be highly motivated with good interpersonal skills.An interest in law as well as a knowledge of French or German would be advantageous, although not essential.

For all our trainee positions, a structured training programme is provided and each trainee will work directly with a qualified attorney as well as having exposure to other attorneys and support staff in order to gain a full experience of the profession.

Trainees are given a training budget as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes bonus, contributory pension, life insurance, private medical insurance and permanent health insurance.

For any further information, or to apply, please contact our HR Department at the Barker Brettell recruitment email address.

Barker Brettell is not a licenced sponsor and we are therefore unable to offer employer sponsorship to any candidates. Proof of right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role.

Please mention IP Careers when applying to Barker Brettell.