Our client is a highly regarded, full-service international law firm with a standout Intellectual Property practice and a strong presence in London. Known for handling complex, high-value matters across multiple sectors, the firm offers a collaborative environment, high-quality work and excellent long-term career progression within one of the largest and most established departments in the office.
The firm is now looking to recruit a mid-level IP Associate (3-5 PQE) to join its growing London team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious IP matters, supporting leading partners on sophisticated cases across life sciences, retail & consumer and technology sectors, while playing an active role in the continued development of the practice.
Key Responsibilities
* Advise on a full range of intellectual property rights, with a strong focus on UK litigation
* Assist with general IP advisory work across multiple sectors in both contentious and non-contentious contexts
* Support IP partners on complex, high-profile matters across a range of industries
* Contribute to the ongoing development and growth of the IP practice
* Manage aspects of complex IP cases, working efficiently alongside partners and senior colleagues
* Liaise effectively with internal fee earners across different disciplines and jurisdictions
* Coordinate with international teams where required on cross-border IP matters
Requirements
* 3-5 years' post-qualification experience within a comparable IP practice
* Strong experience handling both contentious and non-contentious IP matters
* Ideally completed the Oxford Postgraduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Law and Practice
* UK experience highly desirable
* Ability to work flexibly across a broad range of IP issues and sectors
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage complex matters at an appropriate level
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams and jurisdictions
What's on Offer
* Competitive, market-leading salary and bonus structure
* Agile and flexible hybrid working model
* Clear career progression and structured development programmes
* Global mentoring and bespoke coaching opportunities
* Family-friendly policies, health schemes and wellbeing support
* Flexible benefits package tailored to individual lifestyle and needs
Apply today or contact Antony Setford for more information.
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