Company Description
MotorScrubber is a pioneering UK manufacturer of industry-leading compact floor cleaning machines. Our commitment to performance and speed has positioned us as leaders in the cleaning industry. We push the boundaries of what is mechanically possible, setting standards through invention. Our talented in-house design team meticulously engineers every element to guarantee longevity and reliability in all our machines.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an In-house Patent Attorney to join our forward thinking, dynamic company.
Full or Part Time will be considered for this role which will be based on-site, located in the Sheffield Area. The purpose of this role is to support the business in protecting our ideas, designs and processing patents, whilst enforcing patent rights against infringers.
The main responsibilities for this role:
* Provide advise on all aspects of IP, including patents, trade marks and design rights.
* Assess the company inventions for a Patent.
* Search existing Patents to determine if inventions are original.
* Write detailed descriptions of the invention .
* File and manage Patent applications with IPO and international Patent Office and respond to actions.
* Represent the business when Patent rights are infringed and represent the business in legal proceedings in Court.
The successful candidate must demonstrate extensive experience; have a STEM focus degree and be registered with the IP regulatory board; qualified as a registered patent attorney.
You must have excellent communication skills, the ability to express complex technical ideas clearly and concisely; good attention to detail; the ability to structure coherent arguments from a legal and commercial perspective; be self motivated and have a collaborative approach to work; and the willingness to travel, as required.
Salary: Up to £100,000 per annum