Trade Mark Attorney – Boots UK
Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom
Contract: Permanent
Recruitment Partner: samantha.bramhall@boots.co.uk
Are you an experienced Trade Mark Attorney or IP Solicitor looking to broaden your career or make the move in‑house? This opportunity lets you play a key role in protecting the UK’s most loved brands.
You'll be part of a diverse, collaborative team within the Boots Legal & Compliance function and will advise on all aspects of trade marks, copyright, domain name registrations, brand protection and IP‑related competition matters. You will report to the Director of Intellectual Property and help execute and protect The Boots Group’s global trade‑mark strategy.
Key responsibilities
* Managing global trade‑mark portfolios, including maintenance and renewals.
* Conducting trade‑mark clearance searches and providing registrability and infringement opinions.
* Filing trade‑mark applications and handling prosecution activities.
* Handling contentious matters such as oppositions, cancellations, infringement disputes, domain‑name disputes and online enforcement.
* Supporting brand protection activities.
* Supporting new‑product development, launches and global market‑expansion activities.
* Advising internal teams and developing IP guidance for the business.
* Managing a small formalities team.
* Providing strategic advice on brand protection and trade‑mark‑related disputes.
* Collaborating cross‑functionally to align trade‑mark strategy with business goals.
What you’ll need
* Proven expertise in trade‑mark law and practice.
* CITMA qualified TM attorney or IP solicitor with significant experience in UK and EU practice and a good understanding of global trade‑mark systems.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
* Ability to deliver practical, commercial advice aligned to The Boots Group’s priorities.
* A proactive, collaborative and solutions‑focused mindset.
* Willingness to support broader legal and commercial initiatives.
Nice to have
* In‑house experience at a global company.
* Experience with in‑house IP management systems such as DIAMS iQ and trade‑mark searching tools such as Corsearch.
* Experience with online brand enforcement tools and IP monitoring software.
Benefits
* Boots Retirement Savings Plan
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
* Flexible benefits scheme – option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and more.
* Free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health’s Employee Assistance Programme.
Why Boots
At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer passionate about embracing diversity and providing a positive, inclusive workplace.
What’s next
We are open to discussing part‑time and job‑share options throughout the application process. If you require additional support in applying or interviewing, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best.
Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.
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