Vacancies

Graduate Positions - Trainee Patent Attorneys

We need a number of dynamic and talented individuals to join our thriving patent practice. Successful candidates will have a good academic background in science and technology and will be able to demonstrate a natural aptitude for how technology works. Other key qualities include excellent written and oral communication skills, attention to detail and an entrepreneurial drive. Candidates should be comfortable with the responsibility of interacting with clients directly as well as being confident enough to foster new business relationships.  

If you join us, you will be welcomed into a modern, forward-thinking firm where a culture of hard work and enjoyment go hand in hand. Your contributions and ideas will be rewarded and your personality will be celebrated. You will get to work with different teams who will support you as you pick up valuable experiences on route to qualification.

If you think that you are suitable for one of our graduate positions, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please send your CV together with a covering letter that tells us about yourself, and why you think we should meet, to our Office Manager: Peter Wiggett.

IT Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our IT team for a fixed-term contract to cover sabbatical leave commencing September 2013.

Reporting to the IT Manager, the successful candidate’s primary duties will involve supporting, monitoring and maintaining all IT hardware and software across the firm. In addition, there will be opportunities to contribute to the on-going development and strengthening of the firm’s various systems.

Applicants must have previous experience within an IT role, having excellent general comprehension and knowledge of IT systems and networks. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft server administration, Exchange, Active Directory and Windows is desirable. Previous experience with SQL database systems (Inprotech, Worksite) would be advantageous.

The ideal candidate should have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, a keen eye for detail, and be reliable, enthusiastic and able to communicate clearly with others.

If you think you are suitable for this role, we would be glad to hear from you. Please send your CV together with a covering letter that tells us about yourself, and why you think we should meet, to our Office Manager: Peter Wiggett.