Patent Lawyer

Patent & Intellectual Property Counsel

Advanced Battery Technologies | Sodium Battery Systems

About the Role

TaiSan is developing next-generation polymer electrolyte systems to enable Sodium Batteries 2.0 — targeting higher energy density, improved safety, and scalable manufacturing.

We are seeking a Patent & Intellectual Property Counsel to support the protection, structuring, and strategic development of TaiSan’s intellectual property portfolio across materials chemistry, polymer electrolytes, battery architectures, and manufacturing methods.

This role will work closely with the scientific, engineering, and leadership teams to identify patentable innovations, draft and file patent applications, and develop a robust IP strategy supporting TaiSan’s long-term technological and commercial roadmap.

The role is particularly suited to professionals with experience in deep-tech patents, materials science, electrochemistry, or energy technologies, and an interest in supporting frontier innovation in climate-tech and advanced battery systems.

The scope of the role may evolve depending on the candidate’s technical background, jurisdictional expertise, and strategic experience.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on expertise and experience, responsibilities may include:

1. Patent Drafting & Filing

Prepare and file patent applications covering innovations related to:

Polymer electrolyte systems

Sodium-ion battery architectures

Advanced battery materials

Electrochemical interfaces

Manufacturing processes and scale-up technologies

Work closely with TaiSan’s research team to:

Identify patentable inventions

Translate scientific breakthroughs into defensible IP claims

Draft clear and technically accurate patent specifications

Coordinate national and international patent filings (UKIPO, EPO, USPTO, WIPO/PCT).

Manage patent prosecution processes including:

Office action responses

Examiner communications

Amendments and claim strategy.

2. IP Strategy & Portfolio Development

Support development of TaiSan’s long-term intellectual property strategy, including:

Patent portfolio structuring

Technology landscaping

Freedom-to-operate (FTO) assessments

Competitive IP monitoring

Identify opportunities for strategic patent positioning around:

Core polymer electrolyte chemistry

Cell architecture innovations

Manufacturing pathways

Battery system integration

Advise leadership on defensive and offensive IP strategies to support TaiSan’s commercialization roadmap.

3. Research & Innovation Interface

Work closely with TaiSan’s scientists and engineers to:

Conduct invention disclosure reviews

Capture emerging research breakthroughs

Support structured IP documentation

Assist in developing internal IP capture workflows to ensure early identification of patentable ideas.

Provide guidance on confidentiality, prior art risks, and publication strategy.

4. Prior Art & Competitive Intelligence

Conduct prior art analysis related to:

Sodium-ion battery technologies

Polymer electrolyte materials

Electrochemical systems

Battery manufacturing technologies

Monitor patent filings from:

Battery manufacturers

Materials companies

Research institutions

Energy storage startups

Support leadership with structured technology landscape reports.

5. Legal & Commercial IP Support

Support legal aspects of technology commercialization including:

IP ownership structuring

Licensing opportunities

Technology transfer considerations

Collaboration agreements

Assist with IP due diligence during:

Investor discussions

Strategic partnerships

Grant applications

Ensure TaiSan’s IP strategy aligns with fundraising, partnerships, and long-term scalability.

Learning Outcomes / Role Impact

Professionals in this role will gain exposure to:

Patent strategy in next-generation battery technologies

Commercialization of deep-tech materials innovation

Cross-functional collaboration between science, engineering, and legal teams

Strategic IP positioning in climate-tech and energy storage markets

Development of early-stage technology portfolios supporting venture growth

Requirements

Required

Qualified Patent Attorney, Patent Lawyer, or IP Counsel with experience in technology or scientific patents.

Strong ability to translate technical concepts into patent claims.

Experience with patent drafting and prosecution.

Familiarity with international patent frameworks (e.g., PCT, EPO, USPTO).

Strong analytical and structured thinking skills.

Excellent written communication skills.

Ability to work closely with technical teams and early-stage startup environments.

Interest in energy storage, electrochemistry, advanced materials, or climate-tech innovation.

Preferred

Background in chemistry, materials science, electrochemistry, or engineering.

Experience with battery technologies or energy systems.

Experience supporting deep-tech startups or research commercialization.

Familiarity with technology landscape analysis and FTO assessments.

Experience working with venture-backed companies or research institutions.

Role Flexibility & Alignment

The scope of the role may vary depending on the candidate’s expertise, including focus on:

Patent drafting and prosecution

Strategic IP portfolio development

Technology landscape analysis

Licensing and commercialization support

Final responsibilities and reporting structure will be confirmed with the Line Manager following evaluation of the candidate’s background, ensuring alignment with TaiSan’s intellectual property strategy and technology roadmap.