Trainee Trade Mark Attorney

Withers & Rogers LLP is looking for a bright and curious mind to join the firm as a Trainee Trade Mark Attorney in Bristol or London.

A career in the trade mark profession offers a unique platform to put your skills into practice in a commercial environment. Long-term career prospects are fantastic, and Withers & Rogers pride themselves on their employees' work-life balance: realistic business targets mean that you will have time for a life outside of the office.

Apply now to join Withers & Rogers and discover why a career as a Trade Mark Attorney is a fantastic use of your academic training.

Becoming a Trade Mark Attorney at Withers & Rogers

An excellent salary is on offer, as well as our full package of employee benefits which includes our healthcare cash plan, holiday buy/sell scheme, a generous sabbatical policy and more.

Qualification as a Trade Mark Attorney involves passing several sets of examinations and we provide a comprehensive package of support for our trainees through the process. We will pay for you to attend courses, lectures and tutorials which are organised by the Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys (CITMA). Our trade mark professionals offer advice and help throughout so you won't be on your own.

The main focus of training, however, is exposure to a great variety of work on actual live cases under the supervision of a qualified attorney. We give our trainees real responsibility early on, and you should expect to be making a significant contribution to client work within your first year.

Who we're looking for

Applicants should have a strong degree (2:1 or above at Undergraduate level as a minimum). Trade Mark Attorneys do not require any specific degree, although a Law, Modern Languages or English degree would be of most benefit.

You should be able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confidence when communicating effectively with clients and people at all levels is also a prerequisite.

Though not essential, relevant work experience may put candidates at an advantage, and we would welcome applications from experienced individuals who wish to make a career change into the trade mark profession.

Why choose Withers & Rogers?

Withers & Rogers is one of Europe’s largest dedicated intellectual property law firms. Our Trade Marks group provides specialist advice and support to brand owners across a variety of industries, including consumer electronics, financial services, power tools, luxury goods and fashion, food, drink and cosmetics.

We believe that our patent and trade mark attorneys, support, and operations people have a breadth of expertise and a depth of specialist sector knowledge that is second to none. Our purpose is building trusting relationships, and our vision is to be an independent, responsible, sustainably profitable, and globally focused firm.

We focus on building strong partnerships with clients, getting to know their business, seeking to understand how best to protect the fruits of their developments and how to ensure that IP protection genuinely adds value to their organisation.

At Withers & Rogers, we believe in nurturing a diverse working environment where everybody feels included and valued. We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining people from all walks of life and backgrounds. We promise to create a culture of inclusion where all individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, can enjoy a good work-life balance, and excel in their chosen career.

Next Steps

The closing date for applications is Monday, 16 June 2025. The assessment day is booked to take place on Thursday, 31 July 2025, in our London office. Successful applicants will start in September 2025, however, earlier start dates will be considered.

Our application form is online and your progress will be saved once you have started the application, allowing you to make edits prior to submitting if you wish to.

Candidates who meet shortlisting requirements will be asked to undertake an online aptitude assessment, which we will use to aid our sifting process.

For any questions relating to the vacancy or the application process, please contact the HR team.

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