LEADING UK & EUROPEAN IP FIRM - TOP-LEVEL INTERNATIONAL PATENT PRACTICE - SUPERB TEAM
Salary from £60,000 - £120,000 per annum + Bonus & Benefits
This major UK and European IP law firm have an excellent opportunity for a finals standard or UK / EU qualified Patent Attorney to join the Telecoms / SEP arm of their thriving and top-level IT & Engineering patents practice. Their highly rated Standards Essential Patent (SEP) team are involved in a stimulating mix of patent work for leading European and global companies, SMEs and start-ups with a high proportion of "direct" client work. In addition to the more usual work of a patent attorney drafting new telecoms patent applications and prosecuting them in Europe, a significant part of the role will involve working collaboratively with a key client to support the prosecution of their SEPs around the world, including provision of bespoke advice, evaluation of standards essentiality, and the preparation of claims charts in respect of the 3GPP telecoms standards. The role would be well suited to a part- or fully-qualified patent attorney with an electrical engineering or physics background and who has experience of, or interest in, handling high-end telecoms work. While the role will, primarily, involve the telecoms sector, the work is not limited to telecoms but will also involve the opportunity to draft and prosecute patent applications relating to a more diverse range of technologies. The team are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic individual who can demonstrate a range of professional experience and a commitment to quality, alongside strong communication skills and a desire to impress clients. The firm offer a highly competitive salary, benefits and bonus package and a healthy work-life balance, along with a hybrid working model and casual dress code, withing a friendly and highly supportive working environment that offers excellent career development opportunities. Don't miss this superb patent opportunity - please apply now for more details!