Electronics Patent Attorney: Flexible Location
Sacco Mann is delighted to be working once again with this nationally and internationally recognised organisation seeking a dual qualified European and Chartered Electronics Patent Attorney to work as part of their growing team.Sacco Mann is delighted to be working once again with this nationally and internationally recognised organisation seeking a dual qualified European and Chartered Electronics Patent Attorney to work as part of their growing team.
The Role
As an experienced Patent Attorney with a background in Electrical Engineering, Physics and / or Computer Science, you will enjoy a quasi in-house role, with close client management responsibility as well as the chance to work with fellow attorneys and paralegals as part of a closely-knit and supportive team.
What's in it for you
Competitive benefits package base salary up to circa £100k based on qualification and experience, including pension, private health care, life assurance and bonus scheme.Transparent structure with a comprehensive career development process as well as training support.
Highly flexible working environment: whilst the majority of the Electronics team are based out in Yorkshire, there is scope to work from a combination of home and any of the UK offices
Key responsibilities
Preparing pre-filing reviews and analysis on patentability in the EP/UKParticipating in invention disclosure meetings and drafting of patent applications
Prosecution of UK and European patent applications
Co-ordinating the processing of related cases in other jurisdictions such as US, JP, CN, KR, IN and ZA among others
Preparation of opinions regarding validity and infringement
Preparation and prosecution of European Oppositions
Opportunity to work closely with the Marketing and Business Development Team to attend networking events, promote yourself and your practice and develop new contacts
Scope for mentoring colleagues within an environment where wellbeing is key
About you
Ideally you will have circa 2-6 year's post qualification experience as a Patent Attorney in private practiceAn ability to handle cases in computer technology, digital communications, physics and software is desirable
Strong technical skills in semiconductors, computer memory and systems and artificial intelligence
Excellent written and verbal communication skills – especially if working from another location – along with an ability to collaborate closely both with clients and colleagues
If you would like to discuss this excellent opportunity, please do contact Catherine French on 0113 467 9790 or via: catherine.french@saccomann.com