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Reddie & Grose LLP is an internationally renowned firm of European and United Kingdom Patent, Trade Mark and Design attorneys. Our attorneys handle the full range of IP rights including patents, trade marks, and registered designs.
We also handle the protection of plant variety rights. Within these areas we handle drafting, filing, prosecution, opposition, enforcement, defence, and dispute resolution in general. We also advise on IP strategy and are able to offer support in due diligence and other aspects of corporate transactions handled by our law firm colleagues.
Our clients range from large multinational companies and household names to SMEs, start-ups and entrepreneurs. We work with our clients at the cutting edge of technology, from innovations based on the latest research in telecoms, semiconductor devices, software and AI, through to electric vehicles, fibre optics, lasers and beyond. As a new trainee you would be working in these areas from day one.
At Reddie & Grose LLP, our commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment is anchored in our core values. These values were established through the collective contributions and insights of everyone at our firm.
We are looking for a graduate to join our dynamic Engineering, Materials and Consumer Products Team as a trainee UK and European patent attorney. We work with a wide range of clients, from international corporations with established patent portfolios, to start-ups and individual entrepreneurs developing cutting-edge technology. We are proud of the high quality of service that we offer, and are consistently ranked highly in both industry and professional directories.
Our office environment and ethos is designed to be collaborative, and we encourage team working and training. We invest heavily in our trainees with a view to providing a long-term future at our firm, and our in-house training scheme is recognised as one of the best in the profession. Our trainee patent attorneys routinely enjoy success in their professional qualifications.
Reddie & Grose has an excellent reputation for training. As a new trainee, you will work closely with a partner of the firm who will be responsible for your day-to-day training and development. As a complement to this traditional one-to-one training, we have developed a bespoke training programme for new trainees, which is intended to bring you up to speed with the core concepts of intellectual property law, and to provide a degree of group-based practical tuition.
The training programme begins with a two-week intensive training induction introducing the basics of patent law and other intellectual property laws, such as design law and trademark law. The training induction also includes sessions dealing with important practical aspects of the job such as “how to communicate with clients”, “effective marketing”, and “the role of a trainee”.
The training programme continues with weekly sessions devoted to practical training. You will work through different tasks of increasing complexity each week, and your work will be assessed by a partner or qualified attorney. Both group and individual feedback is provided as part of a group discussion. These practical training sessions ensure that all of our new trainees are exposed to the same core practical examples, providing you with the tools to develop your skills together.
In total, seven weeks of your first year at Reddie & Grose will be spent working through our bespoke training programme. After this, you will be supported through a 13-week course leading to the Certificate in Intellectual Property Law (currently provided by Queen Mary, University of London) and a European qualifying examination preparation course.
We want you to have access to the best support available, and so encourage you to take advantage of courses, lectures and social activities, provided by the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys.
We are seeking problem solvers who aren’t afraid to dive into new technologies, even if they haven’t encountered them before. Attention to detail is important - the quality of one's work is what truly matters, not merely the number of hours billed annually.
We are looking for individuals with the potential to take charge of a client relationship on behalf of the firm in the future – people who are personable and technically proficient.
We are also looking for people with strong communication skills. We want people who can explain complicated concepts simply and directly, people who can engage with our clients and instil them with confidence.
A minimum of a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry or Natural Sciences is required. Please note that, for this London-based position, candidates with a Biochemistry background will not be considered. We also encourage applications from individuals currently pursuing a doctorate, engaged in postgraduate research, or working within the industry.
At Reddie & Grose LLP, we foster a friendly and inclusive working environment where work-life balance is highly valued. We take pride in the work we do and the relationships we build with our colleagues. Through a vibrant programme of social events, you'll have many opportunities to meet and connect with people across the firm. We also offer a range of benefits, including:
Reddie & Grose LLP is an equal opportunities employer. It is essential that equality of opportunity and the absence of unfair discrimination be at the core of all the firm’s policies and activities. We value diversity and ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and potential. Every individual's uniqueness enhances our collective strength. We are members of IP Inclusive and have been actively involved in Women in IP, IP & ME, IP Out and IP Ability.
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As a firm that values innovation and technology, Reddie & Grose recognises that AI tools are becoming a normal part of professional life and welcomes the responsible use in applications. AI can be a valuable tool for research, proofreading and refining your application. However, your submission must remain authentic, accurate and reflective of your own skills, experience and judgement. We want to understand your potential, so use AI to support your application, not to replace your thinking.
