Branding IP Senior Associate — Path to Partnership

JMC Legal Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JMC Legal Recruitment Limited is seeking a Branding Senior Associate (Solicitor or Trade Mark Attorney) in London's West End. The role offers a clear 18–24 month track to Partnership within a busy IP practice.

You will manage UK, European and international TM portfolios, advise on clearance, filing and enforcement, and develop client relationships across fashion, media and technology sectors. A leadership pathway to Partnership is a core feature.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales or UK-qualified Trade Mark Attorney.
• 6–10 years' post-qualification experience.
• Extensive trade mark or IP practice experience.
• Experience in clearance, filing, prosecution and portfolio management.
• Experience handling UK and European TM matters including oppositions.
• Ambition to progress toward Partnership within a defined timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Manage UK, European and international TM portfolios.
• Advise on clearance, registration and brand protection strategies.
• Handle oppositions, invalidity actions and related disputes.
• Advise on brand protection, enforcement strategies and TM infringement.
• Conduct clearance searches and assess conflicts.
• Develop client relationships and advise on brand portfolios.
• Coordinate international brand protection strategies across jurisdictions.
• Advise on wider IP matters, including copyright and designs.
• Support business development and expand client relationships.
• Contribute to growth of the practice and progression toward Partnership.

Skills

Trade mark expertise

Portfolio management

Client relationship skills

Business development

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales or UK-qualified Trade Mark Attorney

Job description

JMC Legal Recruitment Limited is seeking a Branding Senior Associate (Solicitor or Trade Mark Attorney) in London's West End. The role offers a clear 18–24 month track to Partnership within a busy IP practice.

You will manage UK, European and international TM portfolios, advise on clearance, filing and enforcement, and develop client relationships across fashion, media and technology sectors. A leadership pathway to Partnership is a core feature.