Trainee Patent Attorney in City of London

Job description

Trainee Patent Attorney – Electronics / Physics

*please note, for this role you MUST have a relevant STEM degree, NOT a law degree*

London

Full-time | Permanent | Comprehensive Training Provided

We’re working with a leading UK intellectual property (IP) firm that is looking for talented graduates to join their team as Trainee Patent Attorneys. This is a unique opportunity to use your technical background in electronic engineering, electrical engineering or physics in a legal and commercial setting — protecting some of the world’s most innovative technologies.

The Role

As a Trainee Patent Attorney, you’ll work with cutting-edge inventions from day one — from AI and semiconductors to telecommunications and next-generation hardware. You’ll:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications for breakthrough technologies.
• Work closely with inventors, engineers, and global businesses to protect their innovations.
• Receive one-to-one mentoring and structured training as you work towards qualification as a UK and European Patent Attorney.
• Develop skills in law, strategy, and communication that go far beyond traditional engineering careers.

What We’re Looking For

• A strong degree (minimum 2:1 or equivalent) in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or a related field.
• Excellent analytical skills and a passion for understanding how things work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills — you’ll be explaining complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• A genuine interest in technology, innovation and intellectual property.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-11-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English