Patent Attorney
An outstanding opportunity to join a highly respected UK-based intellectual property firm with an exceptional reputation for quality, technical excellence, and client service across the innovation landscape.
Patent Attorney – Computer Science / Artificial Intelligence
Location: Hybrid UK (London / South East)
Package: £80,000 – £100,000 + bonus + benefits
The Opportunity:
A great opportunity to join a well-established and widely regarded intellectual property firm known for its strength in high-value, complex technologies.
The firm has built an enviable reputation advising cutting-edge clients ranging from high-growth technology companies to global innovators. With a consistently strong pipeline of work in emerging technologies, particularly within artificial intelligence, machine learning, and software-driven inventions, the practice continues to grow in both depth and breadth.
The incoming Patent Attorney will join a collaborative and high-performing team, working alongside experienced practitioners and engaging directly with sophisticated clients at the forefront of technological advancement.
This is not a replacement role, but a strategic hire driven by sustained growth and increasing demand in the computer science and AI space. The opportunity offers high-quality work, meaningful client exposure, and a clear pathway for progression within a supportive and intellectually rigorous environment.
The Mandate:
The Patent Attorney will play a key role in delivering high-quality intellectual property services to a diverse client base operating at the cutting edge of technology.
Key responsibilities include:
• Drafting and prosecuting UK, European, and international patent applications in the fields of computer science, AI, and software-related inventions.
• Advising clients on patentability, freedom-to-operate, and IP strategy.
• Managing patent portfolios for a range of clients, from start-ups to multinational organisations.
• Engaging directly with inventors, engineers, and in-house counsel to understand complex technologies.
• Handling opposition and appeal work where appropriate.
• Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to the firm’s continued growth in the AI and technology sectors.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legal and technical developments within software and AI-related patent law.
The Candidate:
We are seeking a technically strong and commercially aware Patent Attorney with a background in computer science or a closely related discipline.
• UK and/or European qualified Patent Attorney (dual qualification preferred)
• Associate level or equivalent, with a few years’ post-qualification experience
• Academic background in computer science, artificial intelligence, software engineering, or similar
• Strong experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in software and/or AI technologies
• Ability to understand and articulate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively
• Strong client-facing skills with a proactive and commercially minded approach
• Experience working with a range of clients, including early-stage companies and established technology businesses
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment
Most importantly, we are looking for an individual who is motivated by working on cutting-edge innovation, values high-quality work, and is keen to develop their career within a firm known for its excellence and reputation in the intellectual property space.
The Firm:
The firm is widely recognised for its technical depth, long-standing client relationships, and consistent delivery of high-quality work. With a strong presence in the UK and an international outlook, it offers a stable yet progressive environment where talented attorneys can build long-term careers.
This is an opportunity to join a firm that combines reputation, quality, and ambition and to play a meaningful role in its continued success.
If you meet the above criteria, we would like to hear from you!