Patent Associate — Engineering, Brussels

Leading US-based law firm seeks a Patent Associate to join its Brussels patent prosecution team. The role is focused on prosecution for clients across electrical, mechanical, chemical, materials science and AI/ML-related technologies, with exposure to cross-disciplinary matters.

Ideal candidates will have 1–4 years of patent prosecution experience, membership in the relevant patent bar, and an engineering or technical graduate background. A demonstrable interest or experience in the life sciences is strongly preferred. The team offers a competitive compensation package and a broad benefits program.

• 1–4 years' law firm patent prosecution experience
• Membership in the applicable patent bar (patent agent/attorney qualification)
• Technical background in electrical, mechanical, chemical, materials sciences, AI/ML or related discipline
• Advanced degrees and prior patent agent experience preferred
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills; excellent academic credentials