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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