Chemistry / Pharmaceuticals Patent Attorney

Withers & Rogers LLP, Part-Qualified Patent Attorney – Chemistry
Withers & Rogers is one of Europe’s largest dedicated intellectual property law firms, with offices across the UK, Paris and Munich. Established more than 130 years ago, we remain as passionate as ever about making intellectual property work to our clients’ best advantage. 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.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the firm’s Life Sciences and Chemistry team. This is a full time, permanent position based in one of our UK offices: Hybrid working options, including working from home, are available.
Researching prior art and working directly with clients to develop creative and persuasive arguments against patent office objections
Researching and advising on the status, scope and validity of third-party intellectual property rights
Building a network of contacts, with a view to converting contacts to clients
To join us as a Part-Qualified Chemical Patent Attorney, you’ll need:
A strong academic or industry record in chemistry, ideally in organic, pharmaceutical or green chemistry, and the ability to communicate effectively about technical concepts with the research and development teams of our clients
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
Impeccable written English and first-rate communication skills with the ability to express ideas clearly and accurately
A track record of building rapport with clients and developing new business
Benefits such as healthcare cash plan and additional holiday purchase scheme
Flexible working options
Enhanced Parental Leave options