Part Qualified Patent Counsel

Job Details

Location:

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Job : R0112205

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):
Legal Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:
No

Hitachi Energy is looking for a Patent Counsel to further strengthen Hitachi Energy’s global IP team focused on our Sustainable Products portfolio which includes Transformers and High Voltage products. As Patent Counsel you will bring your skills and expertise to ensure our strategic IP portfolio develops in accordance with our IP strategy. The successful candidate will draft, file and prosecute patent applications and maintain and defend patent rights together with our team of Patent Counsels.

At Hitachi Energy diversity is more than a value—its our strength. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives. Through our global Diversity 360 strategy we foster a culture of inclusion, equity and respect regardless of background, gender, age, ethnicity, ability or identity. Our inclusive environment fuels innovation, drives collaboration and empowers our people to shape a sustainable energy future for all.

The working location for this role is London or Birmingham with the possibility to work onsite, hybrid or remote from the UK. Other European locations such as Italy, Spain or Sweden are possible as a base; however relocation and visa support is not available. The role may require some domestic and overseas travelling occasionally.

Actively support and advise on the preparation of invention disclosures, identify IP opportunities and maximize potential; align filings with company’s defined roadmap and strategy.

Together with external counsel draft, file and prosecute patent applications and maintain and defend patent rights. Manage external supplier engagements in terms of technical and legal expertise, quality and cost; take action as needed.

Define and lead risk‑management activities on a global basis in consideration of all relevant jurisdictions; direct and supervise monitoring of competitor patent protection for the benefit of various stakeholders across IP & R&D and the Business.

Educate and drive awareness of IP and make decisions for IP actions through programs and initiatives throughout R&D and beyond; working closely with Strategic IP Counsels to deliver strategic IP portfolios for Hitachi Energy; provide training and prepare relevant communication materials as appropriate.

Contribute to projects to continually improve IP awareness and performance.

Part or newly‑qualified European Patent Attorney with a degree in electrical engineering, electronics, physics or mechanical engineering; work experience in IP focusing on electro‑mechanical inventions in a law firm or multinational company.

Experience with computer‑implemented inventions is advantageous.

A flexible, self‑driven, proactive growth mindset and able to work in a global business with local and remote colleagues.

Strong communication skills.

Excellent analytical skills—be a quick study of technology and possess a diversity of technical expertise including the ability to relate to general technologies with one or more areas of expertise.

Hitachi Energy’s working language is English; therefore high proficiency is essential.

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental well‑being and personal development. We want you to thrive with us in work and out truly.

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Employment Type:

Full‑time

Experience:

years

Vacancy: 1