Intellectual Property Consultant

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Job Description

As an Intellectual Property Consultant, your responsibilities will include among others:

  • Researching into markets and technology to understand the client’s competitive position
  • Searching and analysing patent and non-patent data to find prior art, patents for acquisition or commercialisation opportunities for client’s own patents
  • Developing marketing collateral and valuation models for IP portfolios in support of licensing or sale negotiations
  • Assisting clients in identifying and documenting their innovation with a view to ensuring it is protected effectively
  • On the job training and mentoring is provided by team members including the management team and you will contribute to a range of projects for different clients and technology/market sectors

Qualifications

We are looking for highly motivated, high achieving individuals with the following attributes:

  • A high tech (e.g. computer science / software engineering / electronic engineering / telecoms) or life sciences degree – 2:1 or higher; postgraduate qualifications such as PhDs and Masters courses are particularly valued
  • An understanding of complex technologies (computer science, electronics, biochemistry or software engineering background would be particularly useful)
  • Thorough and methodical approach to research, data analysis and report writing
  • Keen interest in technology and its commercial applications
  • Independent, motivated and self-driven while enjoying teamwork and cooperation
  • Good communication and presentation skills including fluency in written and spoken English
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and ideally some previous experience with software programming and/or using Microsoft Power BI
  • This position is an entry‑level role and would suit a recent graduate; no prior work experience in intellectual property is required, but relevant qualifications (e.g. LLM or PG Certificate in IP), and/or some experience in industry / consulting experience, will be valued

Benefits

  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Pension contribution
  • Generous holiday package
  • Option to purchase additional holiday
  • Shared parental leave
  • Fully funded training towards professional qualificationsCycle to work scheme
  • Season ticket loan
  • Eye care support

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Job Description

As an Intellectual Property Consultant, your responsibilities will include among others:

  • Researching into markets and technology to understand the client’s competitive position
  • Searching and analysing patent and non-patent data to find prior art, patents for acquisition or commercialisation opportunities for client’s own patents
  • Developing marketing collateral and valuation models for IP portfolios in support of licensing or sale negotiations
  • Assisting clients in identifying and documenting their innovation with a view to ensuring it is protected effectively
  • On the job training and mentoring is provided by team members including the management team and you will contribute to a range of projects for different clients and technology/market sectors

Qualifications

We are looking for highly motivated, high achieving individuals with the following attributes:

  • A high tech (e.g. computer science / software engineering / electronic engineering / telecoms) or life sciences degree – 2:1 or higher; postgraduate qualifications such as PhDs and Masters courses are particularly valued
  • An understanding of complex technologies (computer science, electronics, biochemistry or software engineering background would be particularly useful)
  • Thorough and methodical approach to research, data analysis and report writing
  • Keen interest in technology and its commercial applications
  • Independent, motivated and self-driven while enjoying teamwork and cooperation
  • Good communication and presentation skills including fluency in written and spoken English
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and ideally some previous experience with software programming and/or using Microsoft Power BI
  • This position is an entry‑level role and would suit a recent graduate; no prior work experience in intellectual property is required, but relevant qualifications (e.g. LLM or PG Certificate in IP), and/or some experience in industry / consulting experience, will be valued

Benefits

  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Pension contribution
  • Generous holiday package
  • Option to purchase additional holiday
  • Shared parental leave
  • Fully funded training towards professional qualificationsCycle to work scheme
  • Season ticket loan
  • Eye care support

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Posted: May 20th, 2026