Chartered Trade Mark Attorney - Bristol - 1-6 PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Private medical insurance

Pension contribution

Global skills academy

Learning opportunities

Diversity and inclusion

Social and sports committees

Job summary

Chadwick Nott in Bristol is assisting a leading international IP practice to recruit a Chartered Trade Mark Attorney (1-6 PQE) to join its Brands, Trade Marks & Designs team in Bristol. The role offers exposure to UK, EU and international matters, working with recognised brands across technology, fintech, financial services, media, entertainment, life sciences, consumer products and fashion.

You will advise on a broad mix of trade mark matters, including brand clearance, prosecution, opposition,

Qualifications

• 1-6 years' PQE in trade marks
• Experience advising UK/EU trade mark matters
• Experience in private practice
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent organisation and portfolio management
• Strong client focus and commercial awareness
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work in a diverse, inclusive team

Responsibilities

• Advise on brand clearances and protection strategies
• Handle trade mark prosecutions and portfolio management
• Participate in opposition, invalidity and revocation actions
• Lead enforcement actions and online brand protection
• Provide multi-jurisdictional advisory support for global clients

Skills

Trade mark law

PQE 1-6 years

Private practice experience

Client focus

Communication skills

Job description

Chartered Trade Mark Attorney - Bristol - 1-6 PQE
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £95,000 to £135,000 (dependent on experience)

A highly regarded international Intellectual Property practice is seeking a Chartered Trade Mark Attorney (1-6 PQE) to join its Brands, Trade Marks & Designs team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work with some of the world's most recognisable brands across technology, fintech, financial services, media, entertainment, life sciences, consumer products and fashion.

The team provides a fully integrated, end to end brands service, advising on UK, EU and international matters and managing valuable global portfolios. You'll work closely with colleagues across a large international IP network, gaining exposure to complex, multi jurisdictional issues and high profile clients.

The Role

You will advise on a broad mix of trade mark matters, including:

• Brand clearance and protection strategies
• Trade mark prosecution and portfolio management
• Opposition, invalidity and revocation proceedings
• Enforcement actions and online brand protection programmes
• Multi jurisdictional advisory work for leading global businesses

You'll work closely with partners and colleagues across the wider IP practice, delivering commercially focused, pragmatic advice and enjoying significant client exposure from the outset.

Candidate Requirements

• 1-6 years' PQE
• Proven experience advising on UK and EU trade mark matters
• Experience gained in private practice (law firm or trade mark attorney firm)
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple matters and portfolios
• Strong client focus and commercial awareness
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse, inclusive team
• Confidence building professional relationships and developing networks
• Interest in business development and contributing to the growth of a leading brands practice

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses and private medical insurance
• Pension contribution
• Global skills academy and extensive learning opportunities
• Hybrid working model (minimum three days in-office, subject to role and client needs)
• Integration with innovative legal solutions teams
• Recognition as a leading employer for social mobility and inclusion
• Vibrant social and sports committees
• Opportunities to contribute to strategic initiatives

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*