Part-Qualified Patent Attorney

12 hours ago


London, United Kingdom Withers & Rogers Full time

Part-Qualified Patent Attorney - Engineering
Location: Bristol, London, Sheffield or Warwick

About Us

Withers & Rogers is one of Europe’s largest dedicated intellectual property law firms, with offices across the UK, Paris, and Munich. Established more than 140 years ago, we remain as passionate as ever about making intellectual property work to our clients’ best advantage. Today, our clients include many renowned, innovative organisations from across Europe, North America, and Asia.

We believe that our patent and trade mark attorneys, support, and operations staff have a breadth of expertise and a depth of specialist sector knowledge that is second to none. Our purpose is building trusting relationships and our vision is to be an independent, responsible, sustainably profitable, and globally focused firm, known for building trusting relationships.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Advanced Engineering group, working with the London team. This is a full time, permanent position based in one of our UK locations: Bristol, London, Sheffield or Warwick.

In this role, your responsibilities will include:

  1. Advising clients on securing appropriate IP protection
  2. Researching prior art and working directly with clients to develop creative and persuasive arguments against patent office objections
  3. Thoroughly analysing and editing existing patent specifications to overcome objections to patent applications and attending hearings at the European Patent Office
  4. Drafting specifications for complex technical inventions
  5. Researching and advising on the status, scope and validity of third-party intellectual property rights
  6. Building a network of contacts, with a view to converting contacts to clients
  7. Developing the relationship with our current clients and bringing in new business
About You

To join us as a Part-Qualified Patent Attorney, you’ll need:

  1. A part-qualified (UK or European) Patent Attorney
  2. A strong academic or industry record in an engineering discipline and the ability to communicate effectively about technical concepts with the research and development teams of our clients
  3. To be skilled in analysing and identifying the novel features and commercial potential of an invention with plenty of experience in drafting claims and responses to office actions for prosecution
  4. Impeccable written English and first-rate communication skills with the ability to express ideas clearly and accurately
  5. A track record of interacting effectively with staff and clients at all levels and an enthusiastic team-player with a proactive approach
  6. A track record of building rapport with clients and developing new business
Your Rewards
  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits such as healthcare cash plan and additional holiday purchase scheme
  • Flexible working options
  • Enhanced Parental Leave options
  • Positive and welcoming work environment

Applications will be reviewed as they are received so early applications are encouraged. We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to broaden their knowledge, challenge themselves, and share their ideas. If you think you have the skills to succeed, we would love to hear from you.

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