Graduate careers
Find your purpose with a career where you can use your STEM experience to help world-leading innovators.
Legal professionals
Each year we have a number of opportunities for qualified or part-qualified patent or trade mark attorneys, as well as qualified solicitors, barristers, legal executives and paralegals.
Business services
Our business services teams are challenged and empowered to support our client-focused firm.
What are your application criteria for trainee patent attorneys?
You should be working towards, or have obtained, an excellent first degree (minimum 2:1 or equivalent) complemented by strong A Levels (typically 3 at grade A or equivalent) and a passion for science and technology. With an excellent command of both written and spoken English and a meticulous eye for detail, you should enjoy analysing and conceptualising complex matters, with a passion and aptitude for problem solving.
Do you have specific degree requirements for trainee patent attorneys?
There are specific degree requirements in order to enter the profession. Applicants must hold a STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) of which at least 80% of the course hours must be devoted to scientific and/or technical subjects. Please refer to our guidance on commonly accepted degrees. For more information about the profession and degree requirements, please refer to the section on registering for the EU Qualifying Exams (EQEs) via the EPO’s website.
Please refer to our Key dates page for further information about timings.
What will the interview process entail?
Our annual trainee recruitment cycle takes place between June and December each year, with a start date of the following autumn. Our application process is comprised of the following stages:
What if I don’t meet the minimum academic criteria?
If you have extenuating circumstances which you believe have affected your academic results, we are happy to consider these on an individual basis. You will have the opportunity to discuss these in your application form.
Can I apply for more than one role at a time?
Unfortunately, no. Please select the practice group which is most relevant to your degree. Helpful guidance can be found in our commonly accepted degree section of the website. If you are uncertain, please contact us and we will be happy to assist.
Can I apply for a trainee vacancy if I require a work permit?
We possess a Tier 2 sponsor license and will treat relevant applications on an individual basis.
Can I get up-to-date information about careers and upcoming opportunities at Carpmaels & Ransford?
Alongside our website, we regularly update our Twitter and LinkedIn accounts with information regarding our newest positions, open days and internships. For regular updates about our careers opportunities, please follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter:
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How can I contact you regarding a specific query?
If you have any further queries, or want to find out more about our firm and working with us, please see our contact details below:
W: carpmaels.com
T: +44 20 7242 8692