Patent Attorney Chemistry

Job description

This opportunity is with a highly regarded intellectual property firm with an established presence across Europe. The firm advises a broad range of international clients, particularly within science-led and innovative industries.

They are known for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice and offer a collaborative and supportive working environment. The culture places a strong emphasis on professional development, knowledge sharing, and maintaining a healthy work life balance.

The Role

The firm is looking to recruit a part-qualified through to junior qualified Patent Attorney to join its Chemistry practice.

The team handles a varied mix of prosecution and contentious matters across a range of chemical subject areas. You will gain exposure to complex, high-value work and have the opportunity to get involved in more technical and strategic matters as your experience develops.

What’s on Offer

• High-quality work across a diverse client base
• Market Leading Salary
• Exposure to both prosecution and contentious matters
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Strong training and development, including support for qualifications
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Good work life balance and flexible working

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting and prosecuting UK, European and international patent applications
• Managing a varied caseload across chemistry-related technologies
• Supporting contentious matters, including oppositions and appeals
• Assisting with multi-jurisdictional matters where required
• Working closely with colleagues to deliver commercially focused advice to clients
• Contributing to the development of client relationships

Requirements

• Part-qualified UK and/or EQE through to circa 3 years’ PQE
• Background in Chemistry or a related discipline
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications
• Exposure to EPO work would be beneficial
• Strong academic background
• Commercial awareness and strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A collaborative and proactive approach

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-05-2026

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