Trainee Patent Attorney

8 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia FB Rice Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

FB Rice is a leading, fast-growing multinational IP firm with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, and Wellington. We specialise in intellectual property protection and develop high-impact strategies for our clients.

Your New Role

A rare and exciting opportunity now exists for a
Trainee Patent Attorney
to join our growing
Chemistry
team. This is a permanent, full-time role.

Whilst we are encouraging applicants to apply from across Australia, ideally the successful candidate will be able to attend face-to-face training in either our Sydney or Melbourne offices.

The role involves challenging work with exposure to a variety of top clients, including patent drafting, prosecution, oppositions, searching and advice for small and medium-sized enterprises, large corporations, ASX-listed companies, and leading universities and research organisations.

FB Rice offers ongoing training, support, and a structured professional development program to advance your career in a friendly environment.

Your Key Responsibilities

As a trainee, you will handle various patent-related tasks for a diverse group of clients, both local and international.

Your Training and Skills

To be considered for this opportunity, it is a requirement that you have:

  • Excellent academic background with at least a
    PhD
    level qualification in a subject relating to
    chemistry
    .
  • Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: materials science, inorganic chemistry, chemical engineering and/or polymers.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Superior analytical skills
  • An outstanding eye for detail
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts accurately and succinctly
  • Rigorous time management skills with the ability to deliver results within specific timeframes
  • Ability to work both as part of a team and autonomously

Culture and Benefits

Join our inclusive and people-focussed culture. At FB Rice, you'll thrive in a continuous learning environment, fostering career growth.

Our team strives to provide the best patent and trademark services in Australia. We aim to be a great place to work, offering excellent employee benefits including:

  • Hybrid working policy that encourages flexible working arrangements
  • Reward and recognition program that recognises individual and team performance
  • A Social Club which provides a wide range of activities throughout the year
  • Health and Wellbeing program including access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Working at FB Rice

Join a top-tier intellectual property firm recognised for its client experience and expertise. FB Rice serves a wide range of loyal local and international clients.

As a privately-owned firm dedicated to remaining partner-owned, we offer various employee benefits. You will have access to all team members, including partners, for career guidance and have the opportunity to participate in our mentoring program to grow personally and professionally.

Candidates must be willing to further their studies and complete a Masters of Intellectual Property, which will be fully supported by the firm.

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and CV by clicking
"Apply Now".

To be eligible for this position, you must be fluent in English and have an ongoing right to work in Australia.

All expressions of interest are strictly confidential.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

FB Rice recognises the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace, and encourages any interested candidates with the above-mentioned technical background and professional skills to apply. Please read our Inclusion and Diversity Statement on the FB Rice website

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