SENIOR ASSOCIATE (COMMERCIAL / IP) – Competitive Salary Bonus – Southampton / Winchester / Bournemouth – Hybrid Working, Healthcare, Generous Holiday The Job A leading South Coast law firm is seeking a Senior Associate (minimum 5 years’ PQE) to join its well-established and growing Commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the largest commercial teams in the region, with a strong reputation for high-quality IP and commercial advisory work. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing the firm’s IP offering, including oversight of its in-house international trade mark practice. The role can be based in Southampton, Winchester or Bournemouth. Key responsibilities include: Managing trade mark prosecution work from application through to registration, including oppositions and appeals Navigating UK and EU IPO processes and procedures Supervising a CITMA-qualified trademark paralegal within the in-house trade mark practice Negotiating and drafting a wide range of IP agreements (licensing, assignment, ownership arrangements) Advising start-ups and established businesses on protection and commercialisation of IP rights Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements including: Software licensing (traditional and SaaS) IT support and maintenance agreements IT integration agreements Distribution, agency and franchise agreements Services agreements Advising on trademarks, designs, copyright and general IP strategy (with working knowledge of patents) Supporting IP dispute matters, including drafting pleadings, liaising with counsel and settlement negotiations Actively contributing to business development and winning new work Supporting and mentoring junior team members This is a senior role offering significant responsibility, high-quality work and genuine progression potential. The Candidate Minimum 5 years’ PQE (flexibility considered for the right candidate) Strong and demonstrable experience in IP law, particularly trade mark prosecution Detailed knowledge of UK and EU IPO procedures Experience supervising junior team members or support staff Expertise in negotiating and drafting IP and commercial agreements Experience in IP dispute work Broad knowledge of commercial law International experience (pre-Brexit) advantageous Commercially astute with strong business development skills Willingness to contribute to blogs, seminars and training initiatives Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills The Package Competitive salary Bonus scheme Hybrid working Clear career progression pathway Generous holiday allowance Healthcare provision City centre office locations Active social and charity initiatives Stay up to date with the latest opportunities from Modus Talent by registering on our website: (url removed) and following us on LinkedIn. Modus Talent is a specialist recruitment consultancy focused on delivering high-quality permanent recruitment solutions across professional and commercial functions. We work closely with businesses to support hires across finance, business support, sales, marketing, operations and leadership roles, partnering with clients on both individual appointments and long-term hiring strategies. Our approach is methodical, consultative and tailored — offering more than just CVs. Our services include bespoke recruitment solutions, targeted search and selection, candidate profiling, market insight, and end-to-end recruitment support designed to create lasting placements for both clients and candidates. To find out how Modus Talent can support your next career move or help you secure the right hire for your business, please visit (url removed) or contact our team on (phone number removed) to arrange a confidential conversation