Intellectual Property Solicitor - Tier 1 US Law Firm

CapeClarke; Slough; On-site; GBP 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

CapeClarke is seeking an Intellectual Property Solicitor in London with 2–4 PQE to join a leading US law firm. You will work on market-leading IP and technology matters, including licensing and cross-border projects across the UK, Europe and US.

You will advise on AI, emerging technologies and data regulation, with exposure to high-profile clients and opportunities for career progression in a collaborative global team.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' PQE in a leading IP/tech practice.
• Strong IP, technology and commercial transactions experience.
• Licensing, contracts and licensing expertise.
• Experience advising on AI, emerging technologies or digital regulation.
• Solid knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection.
• Excellent academics and client-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on market-leading IP/tech transactions and licensing.
• Handle IP licensing and commercialization projects.
• Contribute to AI governance, digital regulation work.
• Assist on cross-border matters across UK, Europe and US.
• Mentor junior lawyers and support business development.

Skills

IP Law

Technology transactions

Licensing

AI & Emerging Tech

Data protection

Client communication

Commercial contracts

Leadership potential

Job description

Intellectual Property Solicitor

London | 2-4 PQE | Leading US Law Firm | £175k - £200k + Bonus

We are working with a highly regarded US City law firm seeking a talented IP / Intellectual Property Lawyer ( 2 – 4PQE) to join this market-leading London US firm.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the City’s preeminent specialist IP practices.

The Opportunity

You’ll become part of a collaborative international team advising on market-leading work across a broad range of sectors including technology, AI, luxury brands, consumer products, sport, media and hospitality.

The role offers exposure to:

• Complex technology and commercial transactions.
• Intellectual property licensing and commercialisation.
• AI governance, regulation and emerging technologies.
• Digital Services legislation and evolving regulatory frameworks.
• UK GDPR, data protection and data commercialisation.
• Technology aspects of cross-border M&A.
• Software development and licensing agreements.
• High-profile international commercial projects.

You’ll also have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across the UK, Europe and the US on genuinely cross-border matters while taking an active role in business development and mentoring junior lawyers.

About You

We’re keen to speak with Associates who have:

• 2–4 years' PQE within a leading City, Magic Circle, Silver Circle, US or specialist IP/Technology practice.
• Strong experience advising on IP, technology and commercial transactions.
• Commercial contracts and licensing expertise.
• Experience advising on AI, emerging technologies or digital regulation.
• Solid knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection matters.
• Excellent academics and technical ability.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• A commercial mindset with the ambition to develop into a leadership role.

Why This Opportunity?

This is far more than a traditional IP & Technology position.

You’ll work on some of the most innovative legal issues currently shaping the global market, advising clients at the forefront of artificial intelligence, digital transformation and emerging technologies.

The firm offers:

• A genuinely international platform.
• High-quality, complex cross-border work.
• Early client exposure and responsibility.
• Excellent career progression.
• A collaborative and supportive culture.
• Exposure to some of the world's best-known brands and technology businesses.

This is a superb opportunity to join a top-tier team offering genuine responsibility, high-quality work and excellent long-term career prospects in the London market.