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Trainee Patent Attorney - AI, Machine Learning and Computer Science - UK based

Mewburn Ellis LLP
Cambridge
1 month ago
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Trainee Patent Attorney - AI, Machine Learning and Computer Science - UK basedCambridge, Bristol, London or Manchester

Life as a trainee Patent Attorney means using your academic background in a stimulating and varied way. Working on innovations and inventions at the forefront of your scientific field.

“Working with different offices ensures that we get to work with technology in a wide range of fields, and get to know everyone really well.”Lucy, Attorney

At Mewburn Ellis we’re collegial, supportive and progressive. With an industry-leading training programme and a rotation scheme that keeps learning fresh and insightful we ensure that you’re set up to develop quickly and learn about the profession from a variety of partners from day one.

“I have found attorneys at Mewburn to be approachable and easy to get along with - they are really great people to learn from.”Dan, Attorney

AI, Machine Learning and Computer Science at Mewburn Ellis

Exciting developments in AI and machine learning are driving disruptive innovation in all fields of technology. As these developments continue to transform our daily lives, it’s never been a more exciting time to be at the forefront of computer science. At Mewburn Ellis we are part of this change, and we advise and help our clients use intellectual property rights to nurture and protect their innovations, ideas and inventions and deliver them to market.

The accelerating development seen in these fields involving big data, machine learning, software development are challenging the legal limitations surrounding the patentability of computer-implemented inventions. This often means we are involved in pioneering work at the very forefront of innovation. These emerging areas include optics and photonics, bioinformatics/digital health, quantum computing, Blockchain and extended reality. Join us and you could work in these fields with a range of clients from well-known companies such as Unilever and Mitsubishi Electric through to new start-ups and innovation leading universities such as Cambridge and Imperial.

“I am passionate about the potential of data driven innovation in all fields of technology, and in particular in the health and life sciences. Not a day goes by where I don’t see new inventions that excite me and provide further proof of the amazing things that can be done when the potential of data is unlocked.”Camille, Attorney

Find out more about our diverse portfolio, the work we do and what our clients say here.

The role

Reflecting the exciting technology spaces in which our clients operate, you will work closely with colleagues across our engineering, technology and physics practice group but also with attorneys from our life sciences and chemistry practice groups, as well as our solicitors and trade mark team. We take a holistic approach to IP and that will be a theme throughout your training and beyond.

Our training programme is varied sometimes challenging but always rewarding. You will be invested in to grow personally and professionally. There’ll be lots of learning and opportunities to put your AI, machine learning and computer science background to good use.

Our unique rotation scheme gives you the opportunity to work with different mentors and across different areas allowing you to develop as an attorney and find your niche.

You will sit with a qualified patent attorney and assist them with all parts of their work, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications and advising clients about various aspects of intellectual property law. Essentially, we provide you with all the tools you need to become a Trusted Advisor to clients, helping you use your scientific background in a legal context.

What's in it for you?

  • A friendly, inclusive and team-based working culture
  • A hybrid office and home working approach
  • A generous remuneration package with twice yearly salary reviews for all trainees
  • Enhanced pension scheme / family leave
  • Concierge service for any office moves inc. paid time off, financial support
  • 30 days annual leave (not including bank holidays & additional study leave days)
  • Wide range of domestic and international clients with the chance to work abroad
  • One paid day off per year for charitable endeavours and fundraising matching
  • Firmwide discretionary bonus
  • Multiple additional benefits such as discount vouchers, workplace ISA, electric car, bike to work and medicash schemes

You’ll be well supported to pass your exams as well as develop your all-round skills as a patent attorney through our internal and external tutorials and regular input from experienced partners, backed up by feedback on your progress to inform and assist your development. And because we’re merit-based, your career progression is truly in your own hands.

We’re a leading European intellectual property firm with four UK offices and one in Munich. We’ve grown steadily and now have over 350 colleagues including 50 Trainees so expect to be part of a decent sized cohort of like-minded scientists! In many ways our successful growth story is down to our training and our long-term commitment to the wellbeing of our people. As part of this we have a variety of informal sporting and social events as well as running various charity initiatives.

Read about out Forward Community Programme to find out more on how we're giving back to the community, our commitment to sustainability and how promoting and nurturing diversity and inclusion is a top priority.

About you

We look for individuals with a curious, enquiring mind. Excellent communication skills, especially in writing, are vital. General commercial awareness is valuable but no prior knowledge of patent law is required. A strong academic background with a relevant STEM degree (for example in Computer Science) is essential and having an open-minded personable approach to learning will also serve you well!

If the role sounds appealing and you could start your career journey with us in Bristol, Cambridge, London or Manchester we’d love to hear from you.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply.

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