Intellectual Property Lawyer

JMC Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JMC Legal Recruitment is seeking a Commercial IP Solicitor in London with 4+ years' PQE to take a leading role in a top IP team that advises FTSE 100–250 businesses and SMEs on complex transactions and advisory matters.

You will manage non-contentious IP work, collaborate with corporate and disputes colleagues, and develop client relationships while handling significant matters from instruction to completion.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 4+ years' PQE and strong intellectual property experience.
• Experience advising on non-contentious IP matters, including IP transactions, licensing, patent, trade mark and software agreements
• Experience with R&D arrangements, technology transfers, confidentiality agreements and franchising.
• Knowledge of IP-related aspects of corporate transactions, including M&A, asset sales and security arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Lead adviser on non-contentious IP transactions and commercial matters.
• Draft and negotiate IP asset purchase agreements, patent, trade mark and software licenses.
• Advise on R&D arrangements, technology transfer, confidentiality and franchising.
• Support corporate transactions where IP is a key consideration.
• Protect, commercialise and strategically exploit IP assets for clients.
• Collaborate with IP disputes colleagues on infringement matters.
• Manage client relationships with commercially focused guidance.
• Handle multiple workstreams and deadlines while maintaining quality.
• Contribute to growth of the IP practice and cross-team collaboration.

Skills

Commercial IP Law

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Drafting IP agreements

Job description

Commercial Intellectual Property Lawyer | 4+ PQE | London | Top 25 UK Law Firm

Are you a Commercial IP Solicitor with 4+ years' PQE looking to take a leading role within a highly regarded, growing Intellectual Property practice?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally recognised, Tier 2-ranked IP team advising an impressive range of FTSE 100–250 businesses and SMEs on complex intellectual property transactions and commercial advisory matters. With a broad mix of non-contentious IP work and opportunities to support wider corporate transactions and IP disputes, you'll take ownership of significant matters while developing your client relationships and technical expertise.

About the Firm

This Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked international law firm is recognised as one of the UK's leading full-service practices, advising major corporates, financial institutions, investors and multinational businesses across the UK and internationally.

Renowned for combining technical excellence with commercial insight, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering pragmatic legal advice on complex transactions and business-critical matters. Its collaborative culture encourages lawyers to take ownership of their work, build strong client relationships and develop their careers alongside experienced practitioners.

With continued investment in its Intellectual Property practice, this is an excellent platform for an experienced lawyer looking to take on greater responsibility, contribute to the growth of the team and progress within a supportive environment.

About the Team

The Intellectual Property team is a nationally recognised, Tier 2-ranked practice covering both contentious and non-contentious IP matters. Sitting within the wider Commercial function, the team advises clients throughout the IP lifecycle, from risk assessments, research and development arrangements and brand management through to the protection, commercialisation and strategic exploitation of intellectual property.

The team acts for an impressive client base, including FTSE 100–250 businesses and SMEs across sectors such as retail and consumer, financial services, defence, pharmaceuticals and engineering. Its work encompasses IP licensing, technology transfer, franchising, transactional arrangements and strategic advisory matters.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across Commercial, Corporate and IP Disputes, the team offers exposure to a varied range of complex matters, with a strong emphasis on commercially focused advice, client relationships and professional development.

The Role

This opportunity is ideal for a Commercial IP Solicitor with at least 4 years' PQE who has developed strong intellectual property knowledge and transactional experience and is ready to take a leading role on a broad range of non-contentious IP matters.

Working alongside experienced practitioners, you will act as a lead adviser on IP-focused projects and transactions, managing client relationships and taking responsibility for matters from initial instruction through to completion. You will also have opportunities to support wider corporate transactions and collaborate with IP disputes colleagues on infringement and enforcement matters.

Your work will include:

• Leading and advising on a broad range of non-contentious intellectual property transactions and commercial advisory matters.
• Drafting and negotiating IP asset purchase agreements, patent, trade mark and software licensing agreements.
• Advising on research and development arrangements, technology transfer agreements, confidentiality agreements and franchise agreements.
• Supporting corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, asset sales and security arrangements, where intellectual property is a key consideration.
• Advising clients on the protection, commercialisation and strategic exploitation of intellectual property rights.
• Supporting IP disputes colleagues on infringement, enforcement and related contentious matters.
• Managing client relationships, providing commercially focused advice and identifying practical solutions aligned with clients' wider business objectives.
• Managing multiple workstreams, transaction timetables and competing deadlines while maintaining high standards of client service.
• Contributing to the continued growth of the practice and developing relationships across the firm's wider client base.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 4+ years' PQE and strong intellectual property experience.
• Experience advising on non-contentious IP matters, including IP transactions, licensing, patent, trade mark and software agreements
• Experience with R&D arrangements, technology transfers, confidentiality agreements and franchising.
• Knowledge of IP-related aspects of corporate transactions, including M&A, asset sales and security arrangements.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and client management skills, with a commercially focused approach.
• Experience in IP disputes, infringement and enforcement, registered IP prosecution or IP portfolio strategy would be advantageous.
• Sector experience in retail and consumer, advanced manufacturing, life sciences or defence would be beneficial.
• An IP postgraduate qualification would be desirable but is not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, nationally recognised IP practice, advising sophisticated clients on a varied range of commercial and transactional matters. The role offers high-quality work, meaningful responsibility, close collaboration with experienced practitioners and a clear framework for professional development and progression.