In-house Patent Attorney - Cambridge

Job Description

An exceptional pharmaceutical company prominent on the world stage has a career defining opening for an enterprising Patent Attorney at their impressive HQ in Cambridge.As a commercially astute and agile global business IP advisor, theres a significant level of exposure to all aspects of this trailblazing organisation. Youll be given full autonomy to expertly manage patent portfolios, work in synergy across legal, businessdevelopment and R & D teams, imparting succinct advice whilst building and implementing strategic goals.Your Responsibilitiesi) Independently lead all aspects of build, maintenance and defence of specific patent portfoliosii) Actively counsel members of Research & Development organisations to identify new inventions as well as devise and implement strategies for patent protection over the extended drug development life cycleiii) Build and implement global strategic approaches towards building patent portfolios and contributing to increased business valueiv) Prepare and prosecute patent applications worldwide including effectively managing outside counsel as neededv) Lead all aspects of large intellectual property estates in core and opportunistic therapeutic areasvi) Evaluate and monitor patent portfolios of third partiesvii) Develop and communicate IP guidance to partners across the business, including within R&D, Business Development, commercial and legalviii) Review and analyse license agreements and other contractsix) Provide IP and technical analysis in support of patent litigationWhats Essentiali) Fully qualified UK or European Patent Attorney, with previous experience of handling pharmaceutical patent portfoliosii) Excellent degree or equivalent in chemistry, biochemistry or biological scienceiii) Strong core biologics/antibody, or small or large molecule/chemistry patent prosecution skills and ability to independently lead patent dockets and portfolios in multiple markets and jurisdictionsWhats Desirablei) Education to Ph.D. level or equivalent, and/or several years of laboratory experience in the relevant scientific areaii) At least three years of relevant experience in life science patent prosecution with global portfoliosiii) Experience in the biotech and/or pharmaceutical industryiv) Combined in-house and law firm experience preferredv) Experience in leading external service providersvi) First-hand experience of IP-related litigationvii) High level of integrity and motivation, ability to work independentlyviii) Ability to balance multiple tasks and projects with constantly evolving prioritiesix) Ability to be an enterprise leader for the organisationAs a pivotal and valued member of the expert IP team and the wider collaborative organisation, your career progression/development will be fully supported to allow you to excel in your field. A forward-thinking, friendly environment and vibrant culture awaits!If youd like to hear more about this exceptional role, excellent remuneration and an array of flexible benefits within this innovation rich company, then please do contact either Catherine French on or Claire Morgan on