Patent Attorney – Digital Technologies; Physics, AI, Cryptography

Role Overview

We are seeking part-qualified or fully qualified Patent Attorneys with a strong academic foundation in physics, mathematics, engineering, or computer science. Ideal candidates will have experience or interest in digital technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, cryptography, quantum computing, and related areas. This is a permanent, full-time role with hybrid work flexibility (3 days in the office, 2 from home).

EIP Digital focuses on an extensive range of advanced technology areas including computer hardware, software, AI, telecommunications, applied physics, and optics. With a reputation for excellence in patent drafting, prosecution, and litigation, our team has been instrumental in many landmark patent cases across the UK and Germany. Our professionals work at the convergence of emerging fields—such as AI with biotech and health tech—supporting high-value matters including licensing, standards, litigation, and complex patent strategy.

We are looking for Patent Attorneys confident in handling technologically complex and mathematically intensive subject matter. Candidates should have expertise in areas such as AI, machine learning, cryptography, statistical modeling, acoustics, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and post-quantum computing.

Applicants with Bachelor's, Master’s, or PhD degrees will be considered, though preference is given to those with advanced qualifications and a proven ability to manage sophisticated technologies.

You should be comfortable working in a modern, fast-paced professional environment with the independence to manage your workload. Key competencies include:

• Strong academic background (preferably First Class or equivalent).
• Personable and professional demeanor—adaptable, well-prepared, and proactive.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to clearly articulate complex concepts and construct well-reasoned legal arguments.
• Comfort working with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Understanding of IP law in a commercial context.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple client matters.
• Outstanding research and analytical capabilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and high-level organizational skills.
• Initiative and independence in work planning and execution.

EIP is a leading specialist firm in high-stakes, high-value patent law. In 2024, EIP was named ‘European Patent Contentious Firm of the Year’ by Managing IP for the sixth consecutive year and is one of only three European firms with a gold ranking in all six practice categories recognized by the Financial Times.

Our international presence includes offices in London, Bath, Leeds, Cardiff, Stockholm, Düsseldorf
, and Denver (USA). EIP’s diverse team of patent attorneys, litigators, and IP lawyers works with clients ranging from innovative startups to multinational corporations across sectors including telecom, biotech, software, aerospace, logistics, and medical devices.

Diversity and inclusion are embedded in our culture. EIP is a proud signatory of the IP Inclusive Charter and actively supports initiatives that foster inclusivity within the intellectual property profession.

EIP offers a hybrid working model supported by cutting-edge tech tools, with employees spending three days in the office and two days working from home. On in-office days, reduced business hours are observed (subject to operational needs).

Our modern, well-designed offices and smart-casual dress policy reflect our progressive and friendly workplace environment.

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