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The Wynne-Jones training academy is looking for graduates just like you...
Who are Wynne-Jones?
A selection of clients that we work with:
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We are a vibrant, dynamic, modernising and fast-moving Intellectual Property (IP) firm with an enthusiastic, talented and highly motivated team of positive and like-minded individuals. We have been helping clients to protect their IP for over 50 years and we are one of the fastest growing IP firms in the UK.
Wynne-Jones has many competitors who offer similar intellectual property services. How does Wynne-Jones stand out? We talk directly to our clients in an approachable and no nonsense manner. We are informal, fun and friendly- like a cool, knowledgeable professor. This is the Wynne-Jones way.
At Wynne-Jones we pride ourselves on the forward-thinking environment that we have created. Our working environment is continuously evolving and we are far removed from what you
might find in a traditional IP firm. Our environment encourages career progression, professional development, contribution and inclusion in on-going projects whilst at the same time ensuring all staff feel supported and able to thrive.
Through our reputation and strong commitment to client care, we work with many exciting clients all over the world including individual inventors, world-renowned blue-chip organisations, Russell Group Universities and SME’s who are at the forefront of innovation.
As a trainee patent attorney under the Wynne-Jones training academy, you’ll get to work with inventors at the cutting edge of technology and household brands. Read more on the Wynne-Jones training academy on page 7.
Our UK OfficesTogether, the teams across our offices are united in their mission to achieve the goals of Wynne-Jones.
Cheltenham Essex Place22 Rodney RoadCheltenhamGL50 1JJ
T : +44 (0) 1242 267600EFax : +44 (0) 1242 224 183
Telforde-Innovation CentreUniversity of WolverhamptonPriorslee TF2 9FT
T: +44 (0) 1952 930 123Efax: +44 (0) 1242 224 183
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London Level 17, Dashwood House 69 Old Broad StreetLondon EC2M 1QS
T : +44 (0)20 3146 7888EFax : +44 (0) 1242 224 183
CardiffGround Floor, Capital BuildingTyndall StreetCardiffCF10 4AZ
T: +44 (0)29 2130 3360Efax: +44 (0) 1242 224 183
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Work with AIPEX accounts and gain experience in working with large IP portfolios.
Take part in the AIPEX trainee exchange programme.
Meet and share best practice with other trainees and qualified attorneys in the AIPEX firms.
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Expand your horizonsWynne-Jones part owns AIPEX BV- a pan-European IP law firm along with several other IP firms in key European countries such as Germany, France, Holland, Poland, Spain, Hungary, Italy and Norway. As a trainee patent attorney under the Wynne-Jones training academy, you’ll get opportunities to:
Be part of the Wynne-Jones training academy and redefine the IP profession...
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What is the training academy and what makes it second to none?The Wynne-Jones training academy is a dynamic programme developed to provide training in both IP law and business management. You will follow an internally developed, structured scheme that aims to get the best from you to achieve your ambitions.
Your training involves a detailed four to five year training plan delivered through modules. The modules will cover the following areas:
> Intellectual Property (IP) Law
> General business skills
> Finance
> Managerial/interpersonal skills
> Business Development and Marketing
> Client Relationship Management and Client Experience
We have individuals with a wide range of expertise in –house to support you throughout your training with us. Our collaborative approach means that as a trainee patent attorney, you are thoroughly supported to ensure you are best prepared for your examinations and real-life practice.
Alongside your training in legal knowledge, we will also give you substantial business training and support to ensure that you become a well rounded IP attorney. As part of the academy, you will be exposed to a commercial and business environment much earlier than your peers in other IP firms, meaning you will develop your IP practice management skills more quickly.
You will get:
• An assigned mentor during the duration of your training
• Exam support
• Exposure to a commercial and business environment equipping you with commercial skills and knowledge
• Structured training programme
• Study leave
• A collaborative and supportive environment
• Training costs included as part of your training package.
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01During your first year you will have access to relevant webinars, tutorials and external courses/seminars to support your learning. At the start of the third term you will choose which Foundation PEB exams you are taking. You will then sit these exams at the end of the forth term. In the meantime you will go through various in-house training and support workshops to develop your knowledge of IP and how Wynne-Jones functions as an IP firm.
Exams and Revision- Choose which of the 5 PEB Foundation exams you’ll
be sitting
- Attend revision courses
- In-house tutorials
+ This marks your first steps in training to become a qualified Chartered Patent Attorney (CPA)
You will receive training in:
• You’ll shadow your team leader and specialist team
• You’ll also have placements in various departments to gain an overview of how an IP firm works.
Marketing & Business
Development
Case Management
Finance
Overview of training programme
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02During your second year you will have the same learning structure as the first year. However, you will begin to start developing your business and professional skills as an Attorney through internal workshops from our Marketing and Business Development departments. Exams you should expect to take this year are the remaining Foundation PEB exams or any resits.
Exams and Revision- Exams you will take in year two are influenced by the
results of the PEB Foundation exams sat in year one
- Attend revision courses
- In-house tutorials
You will receive training in:
Marketing & Business
Development
IP insurance Finance
Managerial skills
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Planning & Organisational skills
Managerial skills
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03During your third year you will have the chance to begin training as a European Attorney. If you choose to go down that path, you will decide at the start of the first term and sit the Pre EQE exam in the second term. This year you will begin to truly develop a comprehensive set of business skills and you will begin to start practicing like an actual Attorney.
Exams and Revision- By now you will be taking the last set of your PEB
Foundation exams
- By now you have trained for 2 years and are eligible to take the Pre European Qualifying exam (Pre EQE)
- Attend revision courses
- In-house tutorials
+ In year three you will start your training to qualify as a European Patent Attorney (EPA) as well as a Chartered Patent Attorney (CPA)
You will receive training in:
Marketing & Business
Development
General business
management
Interpersonal skills
Overview of training programme
year
04During your fourth year you will begin to develop into an independent and aspiring Patent Attorney. We will take you through workshops and sessions that train you to the same level of skill as our partners in the areas of business decision making, client care and managerial skills. By now you are expected to be part-qualified and deciding the direction of your career as either a skilled fee earner or a strategic partner for Wynne-Jones.
Exams and Revision- By now you will have finished your Foundation exams
and will now choose your Diploma PEB exam choices
- By now you have trained for 3 years and are eligible to take the European Qualifying exam (EQE)
- Attend revision courses
- In-house tutorials
+ You will become a qualified UK & European Patent Attorney once you have passed all exams and training modules
You will receive training in:
Marketing & Business
Development
Client Management
Finance
Managerial skills
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“I started at Wynne-Jones as part of the 2015/16 training academy intake as a trainee patent attorney, and am now starting my third year in the academy. I had no background in IP before starting at Wynne-Jones, but have received plenty of training and support to develop my knowledge and understanding of IP law.
One advantage about the Wynne-Jones training academy is that you can choose to sit the qualifying exams at a pace that suits you. For example, at the end of my first year I sat the UK foundation level exams to become a part-qualified UK patent attorney. I am now in the process of preparing for my first set of UK final level exams, and will start the process for qualifying as a European patent attorney in 2018.
There is a steep learning curve when starting out in the profession, but this is eased by having a well-structured training programme designed to give trainees exposure to all aspects of the patent process. For example, through the training academy I have spent time in our formalities department learning about the administrative processes of filing patents, which I may not have otherwise had exposure to. Also, regular marketing and business development workshops teaches me the business and relationship skills necessary to become a well-rounded, and reliable qualified attorney in the future.
If you are thinking about applying, I would recommend double checking that your cover letter and CV does not contain any spelling mistakes! Patent attorneys need to have a high attention to detail, and a CV or cover letter with lots of typos in is unlikely to make a good first impression”.
CHRISTOPHER HOTCHENSenior Trainee Patent Attorney (Chemical team) 2015-2016 training academy intake
+ Studied MChem | PhD Chemistry at the University of Bath
CHRISTOPHER’S JOURNEY
INTERESTED?For a full rundown of what we’re looking for in a trainee patent attorney, please go to: http://www.wynne-jones.com/the-wynne-jones-ip-academy/graduates/
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Who are Wynne-Jones looking for in the 2017-2018 training academy intake?We have the opportunity for two graduates to join us in the training academy from September 2018:
One trainee patent attorney to join us in our chemical team
One trainee patent attorney to join us in our life sciences team
You must be on track to receive a 2:1 or above in Chemistry, Chemical sciences, Material sciences, Biochemistry, Medical sciences, Biological sciences or related degrees.
Your final year must be 2018 with a view to completing your degree before September 2018.
What’s involved?
> You’ll be working with cutting edge innovators and brands to advise them on the protection and enforcement of the core intellectual property rights integral to their business
> You’ll also be drafting, filing and prosecuting UK, European & other foreign patent applications so high levels of accuracy, an excellent attention to detail and an ability to work to tight deadlines are key
> You’ll be constantly challenged and continuously learning
> And you’ll still be using your degree without being in a lab
> All whilst working towards your European Patent (EP) & Chartered Patent Attorney (CPA) qualifications to become a fully fledged Patent Attorney
“I joined the training academy in 2015 and I’m about to enter year three of my training. So far, I have taken and passed all five of the UK foundation level exams as well as one of the UK final level exams. Before qualifying, I have three more UK final level exams to take (and pass!). I also have all five European qualifying exams which I’ll look to take in 2018.
I have really enjoyed my training so far. It is a challenging profession and there is a huge amount to learn, however, it is also an extremely rewarding profession. I have felt supported throughout my training and everyone at Wynne-Jones is always happy to help. The training academy is unique in that all trainees receive marketing and business development training as well as the typical legal training provided in IP firms. The training I have had and will continue to receive will stand me in good stead to be a fully rounded attorney on qualification.
One piece of advice I can give to anyone applying is to make sure you do your research. Both in terms of researching the profession and to make sure it is going to be a good fit for you and to also research the firms you apply for. IP firms vary greatly in the training they provide and the working environment they offer, so is it important to choose the right one for you”.
REBECCA QUINEYSenior Trainee Patent Attorney (Life Sciences team) 2015-2016 training academy intake
+ Studied BSc Biochemistry at University of Bristol
REBECCA’S JOURNEY
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How do I Apply?
What happens after I have applied?
Either apply online via the Wynne-Jones training academy page or send your CV and Covering Letter to [email protected]. Don’t forget to mention which trainee position you are applying for!
We must receive your application by midnight on the 31st December.
Selection for interviews will take place in March 2018.
Please keep an eye out for an email from us.
If you have any questions about the Wynne-Jones training academy, get in touch with our academic administrator at: [email protected].
If you’d prefer to call, the number to dial is 01242 267 600.
If the lab life isn’t for you but you still want to use your degree, then the IP profession is a career worth considering.Talk to us We’ll be on hand to answer your questions and give you insights on what makes a career in IP worth considering after graduating.
T: 01242 267 600 | E: [email protected] W: www.wynne-jones.com/the-wynne-jones-ip-academy/graduates
