Newly or Nearly Qualified Patent Attorney – Mechanical Engineering

Newly or Nearly Qualified Patent Attorney – Mechanical Engineering

Full-Time 50000 - 60000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Fellows and Associates

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Handle a diverse portfolio in mechanical engineering, including client interaction and technical matters.
  • Company: Join a major European IP firm with a high-performing Mechanical Engineering practice.
  • Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, clear career progression, and potential client secondments.
  • Other info: Position based in modern Central London offices.
  • Why this job: This role offers early responsibility and exposure to innovative clients in a collaborative environment.
  • Qualifications: Ideal for newly or nearly qualified patent attorneys with a mechanical engineering background.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.

An opportunity has arisen for a newly qualified or final‑stage patent attorney to join a high‑performing Mechanical Engineering practice within a major European IP firm. This role offers a broad, stimulating workload, strong client exposure, and a clear pathway for long‑term development. The position is based in modern Central London offices, with hybrid working available.

You will join a well‑established mechanical patents group handling a diverse and sophisticated portfolio. The team supports a mix of direct clients and international agency work, giving you early responsibility and the chance to work closely with inventors, engineers, and in‑house counsel.

Your work will span a wide range of technologies, including:

  • Aerospace and aviation systems
  • Automotive engineering and mobility solutions
  • Defence technologies
  • Consumer electrical and household products
  • Large‑scale industrial machinery and manufacturing equipment
  • Medical and healthcare devices

What makes this opportunity particularly special is the combination of high‑quality work, supportive mentoring and genuine flexibility. You will work with innovative clients on commercially significant matters, enjoy early client exposure, and benefit from a collaborative team environment. The firm offers hybrid working, clear career progression opportunities and potential client secondments.

This role is ideal for a newly qualified or nearly qualified patent attorney with a mechanical engineering background who wants a stimulating mix of technical subject matter and early exposure to high‑value work and client interaction.

Areas of Specialism: Mechanical Engineering

Newly or Nearly Qualified Patent Attorney – Mechanical Engineering employer: Fellows and Associates

The firm is located in Central London and offers a supportive mentoring environment. Employees benefit from hybrid working and work on high-quality, commercially significant matters with innovative clients.

Fellows and Associates

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We think you need these skills to ace Newly or Nearly Qualified Patent Attorney – Mechanical Engineering

Patent Law
Mechanical Engineering
Client Interaction
Technical Subject Matter Expertise
Aerospace Technologies
Automotive Engineering
Defence Technologies