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Early Careers at Mathys & Squire

As a Trainee Patent Attorney at Mathys & Squire, you will join a collaborative and supportive environment where you will be trusted as a valued member of the team. You will be encouraged to take on responsibility from the outset whilst being supported in the process to ensure you thrive. Our work spans every major field of technology, from artificial intelligence and clean energy to life sciences, engineering, and consumer electronics. We offer a range of opportunities across our offices.

Our structured training programme combines hands-on experience with formal study, preparing you to qualify as both a UK Chartered Patent Attorney and a European Patent Attorney. From the beginning, you will work closely with clients under the guidance of expert mentors, gaining direct experience and insight into a wide range of sectors.

Training with us

You will apply your scientific expertise to solve complex technical challenges and help shape the future of innovation. You will advise inventors and businesses on protecting new technologies, draft and prosecute patent applications in the UK and internationally, and support clients in developing effective strategies to safeguard and commercialise their intellectual property.

Progression is an integral part of your journey. As your knowledge and confidence grow, so too will your responsibilities, with opportunities to take ownership of cases, advise clients independently, and develop specialist expertise in areas that align with your interests.

Qualifying exams

Eligibility

We welcome applications from graduates and postgraduates in physics, engineering, biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, and related disciplines. A legal background is not required; intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and a genuine willingness to learn are what matter most.

Our Early Careers Brochure

Want to find out more about life at Mathys & Squire? Click on the link for our Early Careers Brochure and discover why our IP firm is right for you.

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What our people say about us

“I’ve found the culture to be very friendly, conscientious, and driven, with approachable and helpful partners, support staff, and HR. There is a camaraderie between the trainees that I’ve very much enjoyed. Overall, I would highly recommend Mathys and Squire to anyone considering a career in IP.”

Lynsey Steel

Technical Assistant

“My first year at Mathys & Squire couldn’t have been better, everyone has been so friendly and supportive, answering any questions I have.  The in-house tutorials have helped me massively with getting underway with the work and to get up to speed with the law.   There’s also been plenty of varied socials which have been great to get to know everyone.”

Alexander Osborne

Technical Assistant

“As a trainee, I feel like I have had a great balance of learning the basics of patent law, and case work to put this into practice. The subject matter of work has been varied – sometimes directly related to my specialism, and other times more broadly mechanical in nature. This has been both challenging and engaging, and it really does feel like I am learning new things every day!”

Tammy Sembi

Technical Assistant

”Working at Mathys & Squire as a Trainee has been such a wonderful experience. I am constantly learning, adapting, and building my confidence, while gaining valuable skills and knowledge that will support my career. The support at Mathys is excellent, and I have learned a great deal about intellectual property, which has been highly beneficial to my Apprenticeship.”

Alexviya Leigh

IP Support Trainee

”Starting a position as a trainee patent attorney really is a steep learning curve as you learn so much in a short space of time, but it is also very rewarding, and I love the variety of work I see day-to-day and the broad…”

Fatema Nasser

Technical Assistant