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Senior Patent Attorney (Software/IT) - Established Boutique Practice - South East England

Senior Patent Attorney (Software/IT) - Established Boutique Practice - South East England

EJ Legal • London, GB
26 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Patent Attorney (Software) – Boutique Private Practice | UK

A highly regarded boutique intellectual property firm is seeking a talented Patent Attorney with a specialism in software/IT to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, client-focused environment that combines high-quality work with genuine autonomy and clear scope to build and develop your own practice.

The Firm

This established specialist IP practice has built a strong reputation for delivering commercially focused advice to an impressive client base, including innovative start-ups, scale-ups, and established technology companies. The firm prides itself on its collaborative culture, flexible working approach, and commitment to professional development. They are in growth phase and are keen to appoint a specialist Patent Attorney with demonstrable experience of handling software related patent work.

The Role

This is a newly created, strategic appointment when the successful Patent Attorney will develop and advise on a broad range of patent matters with a particular focus on software and computer-implemented inventions. The role offers significant autonomy and is ideally suited to someone motivated to build and develop a profitable practice within a supportive boutique platform with a best-in class support infrastructure.

You will handle a mix of drafting, prosecution, portfolio management, and strategic advisory work, while also playing a key role in client relationship management and business development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drafting and prosecuting UK, European, and international patent applications in the software/tech space

  • Advising clients on patent strategy and portfolio development

  • Conducting freedom-to-operate and patentability analyses

  • Supporting clients through complex IP issues in fast-moving technology sectors

  • Building, maintaining, and expanding client relationships

About You

  • UK and/or European qualified Patent Attorney

  • Background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline

  • Strong experience in drafting and prosecuting software-related patent applications

  • Commercially minded with excellent communication skills

  • Demonstrable interest in, or track record of, business development within a private practice/law firm platform

Additional Information

Applications are particularly encouraged from Patent Attorneys who can demonstrate established client relationships or a commercial following, and who are motivated to build and grow a profitable practice within a boutique firm environment.

What’s on Offer

  • A supportive, friendly and highly agile working culture

  • A commercially focused firm that has invested in infrastructure and talent attraction
  • A platform to build and develop your own practice with real autonomy

  • Clear progression opportunities aligned to your contribution

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

This is a standout opportunity for a Qualified Patent Attorney (CPA/EPA) looking to take the next step in their career and play a central role in the growth of a boutique IP practice.

If you’re interested in learning more, please get in touch with James Dawes () for a confidential discussion.
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