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Trainee Patent Attorney – Engineering & Tech (Computer Science/Electronics/Electrical Engineering/Software Engineering) (2024 start date)

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Carpmaels & Ransford

Apr 9

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Software Engineering
    Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have a minimum 2:1 degree or PhD in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields for a Trainee Patent Attorney role in Engineering & Tech at Carpmaels & Ransford. No mechanical or aeronautical engineering backgrounds needed. Join us in 2024!
  • You will qualify as a patent attorney specializing in engineering & tech, handling diverse projects from surgical devices to drones, advising on IP risks & opportunities, and receiving extensive support for UK and EQE qualifications.

Requirements

  • We're looking for exceptional graduates who possess a strong first degree (minimum 2:1 or equivalent) or PhD in the following areas:
  • Electronics
  • Electrical engineering
  • General engineering (with a substantial electrical or electronics focus)
  • Computer science
  • Software engineering
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Physics (with an electrical or electronics leaning or special interest)
  • Please note that we are not currently seeking applications from individuals with mechanical or aeronautical engineering backgrounds.

Responsibilities

  • As a trainee in our Engineering & Tech practice group, you will have the opportunity to qualify as a UK and European patent attorney. The team brings together experts from a wide range of fields, representing some of the world’s leading companies. Their expertise spans a variety of engineering and tech sectors, ranging from surgical devices to lasers, from contact lenses to energy technologies, and from drones to drug delivery systems.
  • The team is regularly called upon to take on large due diligence projects for new technologies or acquisitions, when commercially relevant advice is sought on IP risks and opportunities. Many of the team have extensive experience of patenting computer software and related issues, and they are regularly asked to take over demanding cases that are critical to clients’ global patent strategies.
  • This is a fantastic opportunity put your degree to good use in a rewarding and intellectually stimulating profession. With a renowned training programme, we offer exceptional support for obtaining UK and EQE qualifications and beyond.

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for this trainee patent attorney position in Engineering & Tech?

To apply for this position, you will need a STEM undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or Software Engineering.

What is the start date for this trainee patent attorney position in Engineering & Tech?

The start date for this position is in 2024.

Can I apply for this position if I do not have a background in Engineering or Tech?

Unfortunately, this specific trainee patent attorney position is tailored for candidates with a background in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or Software Engineering. We do have opportunities in other practice groups for candidates from different backgrounds.

How long does it take to qualify as a UK and European patent attorney through this trainee program?

The length of time it takes to qualify as a patent attorney can vary, but typically it takes several years of training and exams before becoming fully qualified.

Is there potential for career growth and advancement within this role as a trainee patent attorney in Engineering & Tech?

Yes, there is potential for career growth and advancement within the firm as you progress from a trainee to a fully qualified patent attorney specializing in Engineering & Tech.

Carpmaels & Ransford

Law
Industry
201-500
Employees
1776
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Carpmaels & Ransford LLP The European Intellectual Property Firm Carpmaels & Ransford is a full-service European intellectual property firm at the forefront of a rapidly changing IP landscape. As a trusted advisor to so many world-class companies and brands, we have been regarded as a pioneer in handling intellectual property for over 200 years. We are known for a consistent ability to anticipate client needs and apply unparalleled expertise to complex challenges. What sets us apart? We believe it’s our united talents. We join up our knowledge and resources, blending vast experience with infectious enthusiasm, expert knowledge with a constant hunger to learn more, and individual skill with great teamwork.