We are delighted to be working with a top-tier internationally renowned firm looking to add a Life Sciences Patent Attorney to their highly regarded IP team. London based, this is an exciting opportunity to join one of Europe’s largest patent and trade mark practices.

The Role 

This opportunity would best suit a dual qualified Life Sciences Patent Attorney with ideally around 2 years PQE under your belt. Joining the London based team, you’ll work on a broad range of technologies across the Biotech and Chemical Life Sciences space, advising innovative clients ranging from start-ups to global life sciences companies. This role offers significant client exposure and the opportunity to work on complex, commercially important Life Sciences innovations.

Key work will include:

• Drafting and prosecuting Life Sciences Patent applications
• Preparing and handling matters relating to office action responses
• Working autonomously and as part of a team on EPO oppositions and appeals
• Advising clients on IP strategy and portfolio development, utilising your expect patent portfolio management skills
• Liaising with internal cross office teams, external stakeholders, clients and overseas attorneys

About You

• Dual qualified Patent Attorney (European and Chartered UK) 
• Have at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience
• Have a strong academic background in a Life Sciences related discipline
• Have experience in biotech and/or chemical patent work. A knowledge of Biochemistry and/or Bioinformatics will be considered advantageous
• Enjoy working collaboratively within a close-knit and high-performing team
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and attention to detail

Interested?

If you’re a Life Sciences Patent Attorney based in London looking to progress your career within a leading international firm, we would be delighted to speak with you. What awaits is a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support both your professional and personal wellbeing.

Do get in touch with Clare Humphris today on 0113 46 77 112 or via email: [email protected]