Excellent IP role within a global business.
Client Details
Leading automotive manufacturer near Swindon.
Description
Reporting to the IP Lead in the Swindon office, the successful Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager will support efforts to protect the brand in Europe by managing anti-counterfeiting cases, including serving cease and desist letters. The role requires strong IP experience and knowledge of IP laws and processes.
Main Responsibilities
* Lead anti-counterfeiting enforcement, including co-ordinating raids, issuing cease-and-desist letters and managing litigation to safeguard and strengthen the firm's brand reputation.
* Implement proactive anti-counterfeiting initiatives, such as online marketplace monitoring and collaboration with customs authorities, to detect and prevent counterfeit goods before they reach their customers.
* Manage contracting and licensing matters, including trademark licensing and reviewing IP-related clauses in commercial agreements to ensure compliance and alignment with business objectives.
* Oversee complex, high-impact litigation related to counterfeiting, directing external counsel to mitigate brand risk and achieve favourable outcomes.
* Drive IP awareness by developing and delivering training and guidance to Associates.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with external law firms, enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and results.
* Collaborate closely with global IP teams to align strategies, share best practices and strengthen cross-regional co-operation.
Profile
* Strong knowledge and experience in intellectual property law within the manufacturing / engineering space with an emphasis on anti-counterfeiting.
* Ideally be a qualified Trademark Attorney, Patent Attorney or Solicitor in the UK or Europe (not a requisite).
* Proven ability to manage multiple IP matters effectively.
* Experience of litigation and commercial matters.
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Experience in the business services industry is preferred.
* Capability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
* Must have right to work in the UK.
Job Offer
* Competitive daily rate.
* Immediate start required.
* 8 month contract.
* Opportunity to work on a temporary basis in a professional legal department.
* Exposure to intellectual property management within the business services industry.
* Collaborative and supportive work environment.
* Hybrid working model with HQ near Swindon (3 days in the office 2 days at home).
* Early finish on Fridays.
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