Commercial Intellectual Property Associate

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Edinburgh is seeking a Commercial Intellectual Property Associate to join their award-winning team. This role offers exposure to high-quality work in a supportive environment, with opportunities for professional development and a market-leading salary. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years PQE in Commercial IP law and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Excellent career development prospects

Qualifications

• Solicitor with 3+ PQE in Commercial IP.
• Ambitious, client-focused, and organized.
• Capable of managing complex workloads.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and advising on franchise and media contracts.
• Working with innovative commercial clients across sectors.
• Identifying business development opportunities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

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Client:

JMC Legal Recruitment

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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Commercial Intellectual Property Associate

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Overview

Seeking to consolidate a depth of expertise in Commercial IP law which will set you on a trajectory towards the senior ranks of a Top 50 law firm? Join this welcoming and high-achieving business at the centre of its growing Intellectual Property practice and take an exciting next step.

Candidate Profile

If you are a solicitor with 3+ PQE in Commercial IP who is looking to step up to an Associate position where you can develop alongside an award-winning team, this could be your next opportunity.

The Firm

A truly standout company in the UK legal landscape, this firm achieves the rare balance of performing the highest quality of work with the best clients, whilst retaining an excellent working culture and work-life balance for its staff.

This innovative Top 50 and multi-award-winning firm has expanded rapidly across the UK in recent years. Their success is due to their focus on delivering results for prestigious clients and their commitment to hiring and nurturing top legal talent. The firm fosters a culture of approachability and supportiveness, with collaboration at its core, and partners actively mentoring junior staff.

Many lawyers at this firm have received recognition from the Hot 100 and the Legal 500 Hall of Fame. The firm is a hub for rising stars, with ongoing professional development being a key reason staff stay long-term.

Clients range from high-net-worth individuals to large multinational companies. Staff are exposed to high-quality work across various jurisdictions, supported by some of the most highly regarded legal minds in the UK.

If you are ambitious and motivated, seeking to work for a pre-eminent law firm, this is an unparalleled opportunity to develop deep expertise and advance your career in your chosen practice area.

The Role

Working with the Legal 500 Tier-ranked IP team, you will gain exposure to a wide range of commercial and IP work including drafting and advising on franchise agreements, distribution and agency agreements, media contracts, sponsorship agreements, and intellectual property protection work.

You will work with innovative commercial clients in the UK and internationally, across various sectors, providing varied and stimulating work.

This role is suited to someone with a generalist commercial contracting and IP background comfortable in transactional work. Sector focuses include retail, sport, food and drink, and financial services. You will develop strong client networks and identify business development opportunities.

Collaborating with talented colleagues, you will develop market-leading expertise in Commercial IP and make significant career progress.

The Ideal Candidate

• Is an ambitious individual with a minimum of 3 years of relevant PQE
• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills
• Client-focused, organized, and effective problem-solver
• Capable of managing complex workloads efficiently
• Self-starter able to work independently with supervision
• Proactive, innovative, and value-adding mindset

What's on Offer

• Working for a Top 50 law firm and award-winning employer
• Opportunity to develop expertise with a renowned team
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality work
• Excellent career development prospects
• Market-leading salary
• Comprehensive benefits package and well-being support