Patent advisor/Patent engineer

To support our further growth ambitions, brantsandpatents is looking for a Patent Engineer or (partially qualified) European Patent Attorney with a technical background. As a patent engineer, you will analyze the R&D activities and innovations of your clients to develop an appropriate IP strategy. This in our brand-new office in the CBR building in Brussels (Watermaal-Bosvoorde) Within the patent department, you will collaborate with other patent engineers and patent paralegals. In this varied role, you will be responsible for mapping technical inventions, drafting patent applications, and managing and guiding clients' patent portfolios. You will monitor competitive innovations and advise on potential conflicts when necessary. Proactively, you will also propose necessary solutions. You will represent clients at the Belgian Intellectual Property Office and the European Patent Office. If you are interested, please send your cover letter along with your CV to Open sollicitatieformulierhr@brantsandpatents.com. You have or are...

• A university degree with a background in mechanical engineering, physics, mechanics, IT, electronics, etc. A PhD is a plus but not mandatory.
• Strong analytical skills and a focus on quality and results.
• A good command of languages (French or Dutch as mother tongue with a strong command of English)
• Interest in legal principles.
• Willing to invest in training to become a patent attorney.
• Open to work occasionally at our office in Ghent.

Offer

• An engaging and challenging role in a young and dynamic office with growth ambitions.
• An attractive salary package with additional benefits.
• Pleasant and flexible working environment with excellent accessibility.