Patent Attorney​/Senior Patent Attorney​/Head of Intellectual Property

The Patent Attorney / Senior Patent Attorney / Head of Intellectual Property protects inventions and supports the organisation’s intellectual property strategy. Responsibilities include assessing inventions, drafting and prosecuting patent applications, reviewing patent portfolios, and advising on licensing and infringement risks with technical teams and external counsel.

Senior Patent Attorney positions handle complex matters and guide colleagues. Head of Intellectual Property positions also lead IP strategy, manage budgets and advisers, and align protection priorities with research and commercial goals.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical or scientific degree and patent professional qualifications appropriate to the jurisdiction.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Ability to understand complex inventions and work effectively with inventors.
• Strong knowledge of patent procedures and portfolio management.
• Experience conducting patentability and freedom-to-operate assessments.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with licensing, IP agreements, and dispute support.
• Ability to manage deadlines and confidential invention records.
• For senior positions, substantial experience independently handling complex patent matters.
• For head positions, proven leadership and experience developing broader IP strategy.