Job Title: Trainee Patent Attorney/Part Qualified Attorney Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience Experience: PhD level or part-qualified with relevant exams completed
About the Law Firm: - Highly respected and forward-thinking firm of patent attorneys - Specializing in life sciences and chemistry sectors - Offices located in Birmingham, Cardiff, Sheffield, and York
About the Role: - Trainee position within the Life Sciences department in Sheffield office - Opportunity to study for and pass CIPA and EPI exams - Support and training provided throughout training period - Variety of tasks including prior art searches, technical submissions, portfolio schedules, filing strategies, diary management, correspondence, and client invoicing - Hybrid working culture with office and home working options
About the Candidate: - Scientific expert with Chemistry or Chemistry related technical background - Motivated and committed to delivering high quality work - Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills - PhD level or part-qualified with relevant exams completed - Looking to expand knowledge and experience in an exciting and demanding area of law
About the Law Firm: - Legal and professional services group - Experts in all areas of law and business - Passionate problem solvers, focused on finding solutions for clients - Support more than 5,700 active clients in the UK and beyond - Shared values of Ambitious for Success, Forward Thinking, Room to Breathe, Trusted to Do, and Working Together
Diversity, Inclusion, and Well-being: - Equal opportunities for all regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture - Flexible working patterns to achieve work/life balance - Recognized by The Law Society as gold standard for Diversity and Inclusion Charter and Stonewall Diversity Champions
Additional Information: - Pre-employment screening checks will be completed for successful candidates - Screening checks may include eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, criminal records, financial stability, and previous employer references
Salary and Benefits: - Competitive salary commensurate with experience - Opportunity for annual bonus based on individual performance - Wide range of learning and development opportunities - Comprehensive rewards package including options for annual leave, critical illness benefit, employee assistance program, group personal pension, health care, season ticket loan, and more - Perks At Work/Home program for retail benefits and online courses
H1: Exciting Opportunity for Trainee Patent Attorney/Part Qualified Attorney in Sheffield H2: Join a Forward-Thinking Firm of Patent Attorneys in the Life Sciences Department
Summarized: Symbiosis, a highly respected and forward-thinking law firm, is seeking a Trainee Patent Attorney/Part Qualified Attorney for their Life Sciences department in Sheffield. The individual should have a scientific background in Chemistry or related field and be motivated to succeed and deliver high quality work. The position offers support and training for CIPA and EPI exams and a variety of tasks including prior art searches, technical submissions, and correspondence with clients. The firm values diversity, inclusion, and well-being and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
