Patent Attorney (Chemistry)

UK Patent Attorney – Chemistry (Top-Tier IP Firm)

• Location: London or Southampton (Flexible/Hybrid options available)
• Salary: Competitive (Dependent on experience)
• Hours: Full-time (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday)

About the Firm:

Our client is a leading, top-tier European intellectual property firm dedicated to protecting and enforcing clients' IP rights globally. Bringing together the specialist services of patent and trademark attorneys alongside IP solicitors, the firm acts as a comprehensive "one-stop-shop" for all intellectual property matters.
The Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Patent Attorney specialising in Chemistry to join the firm's established UK chemistry team.
In this role, you will act as a crucial bridge between complex scientific innovation and commercial law, helping inventors and global corporations secure and defend their intellectual property.
Key Responsibilities:

• Patent Drafting & Portfolio Management: Draft and prosecute UK, European, and international patent applications across diverse chemical sectors.
• Patentability & Freedom to Operate (FTO): Conduct thorough novelty searches and deliver clear, commercially astute advice on patentability, infringement risks, and market freedom.
• Commercial IP Strategy: Assist clients in aligning their IP assets with broader business goals, offering strategic guidance on portfolio optimization, licensing, and trade secret protection.
• Due Diligence: Perform robust IP reviews and audits for mergers, acquisitions, venture capital funding rounds, and technology transfers.
• Oppositions & Appeals: Support EPO opposition and appeal proceedings by preparing compelling legal arguments and supporting evidence.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Qualifications: Fully qualified UK and/or European Patent Attorney (CPA/EPA) with a strong academic background in Industrial Chemistry (or a closely related chemical science discipline).
• Experience: Approximately 2 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) gained within private practice or an industry setting.
• Technical Acumen: An exceptional ability to analyze complex technical specifications and translate them into robust legal claims.
• Commercial Mindset: Strong client-facing skills with a proactive approach to business development and relationship management.

If you are looking to advance your career within a market-leading IP practice offering high-profile portfolios and excellent professional growth, we would love to hear from you.

Discipline(s):

Intellectual Property Recruitment

Job type:

Permanent