Patent Attorney (m/f/d) in the field of Biotechnology

Location Düsseldorf

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Experience Quality

When you join HOFFMANN EITLE, you become part of a firm that values not only professional excellence but also personal growth and community. We foster a supportive environment where your talents and ambitions can thrive, offering ample opportunities for career development. If you are passionate about intellectual property law and ready to make an impact in a collaborative and innovative setting, we invite you to help shape the future of intellectual property protection as part of our trusted and dynamic team of over 450 employees.

What you can expect

  • Independently drafting and managing patent applications
  • Processing and responding to examination notices from national and international patent offices
  • Direct communication with clients, as well as providing personalized advice and representing their interests
  • Representing clients in opposition and appeal proceedings, including oral hearings
  • Assisting in the preparation of legal opinions on the state of the art and the infringement of intellectual property rights
  • Participating in complex patent infringement and patent invalidity proceedings

Vos qualifications

As a Patent Attorney
  • Excellent college degree in biotechnology, biochemistry, or a comparable technical or natural science field of study
  • Admission as a German and/or European patent attorney
  • Early-career attorney with a strong commitment to the field and an interest in current technical developments
  • Ability to apply technical knowledge in a targeted and practical manner for our clients
As a person
  • A team-oriented approach to work and a passion for successful collaboration
  • A confident and engaging demeanor
  • Quick comprehension and strong analytical skills
  • The ability to accurately grasp complex technical and legal issues and present them clearly and persuasively
  • Excellent written and spoken English skills, ideally acquired through a stay abroad
  • Good German skills are desirable

Why join HOFFMANN EITLE


Attractive Compensation: Competitive fixed salary, revenue-based compensation and bonus payments
Professional Development: Generous budget for your professional and personal development
Flexible Working: Flexible remote working opportunities
Sports & Fitness: EGYM Wellpass with a wide range of fitness and wellness options
Retirement & Benefits: Company pension scheme 
Collaboration: A collegial, team-oriented working environment in an international and multicultural setting
Health & Well-being: We support a healthy and enjoyable working environment through preventive health days, vaccination programs, ergonomic workstations, fresh fruit and complimentary beverages
Family-Friendly: Support with childcare, access to childcare places and comprehensive family services
Small Perks: Birthday voucher and other employee initiatives
Long-Term Perspective: Excellent long-term career prospects and opportunities for further professional development
Celebrating Together: Regular employee events and social gatherings
Easy Accessibility: Modern workplace with excellent connections to public transport, including underground and bus services, as well as the A94 motorway

Have we described your personal strengths and interests? Apply now to become part of an intellectual property law firm that values who you are as well as what you do.

Contact

Lea von der Ehe & Sophie Mayer
Human Resources

T +49 89 92 40 90
E humanresources@hoffmanneitle.com

HOFFMANN EITLE
Arabellastraße 30
81925 München