Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager

Michael Page Legal; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Intellectual Property Manager for a prominent automotive manufacturer near Swindon. The ideal candidate will manage anti-counterfeiting cases and support brand protection in Europe. Strong experience in IP law and excellent communication skills are essential. This 8-month contract offers competitive daily rates, a hybrid working model, and an immediate start.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Hybrid working model

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Strong experience in IP law within manufacturing/engineering.
• Experience of managing multiple IP matters.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead anti-counterfeiting enforcement and manage litigation.
• Implement anti-counterfeiting initiatives and monitor online marketplaces.
• Review IP-related clauses in commercial agreements.

Skills

Intellectual property law knowledge

Anti-counterfeiting experience

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Trademark Attorney, Patent Attorney or Solicitor

Job description

Excellent IP role within a global business.

Client Details

Leading automotive manufacturer near Swindon.

Description

Reporting to the IP Lead in the Swindon office, the successful Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager will support efforts to protect the brand in Europe by managing anti-counterfeiting cases, including serving cease and desist letters. The role requires strong IP experience and knowledge of IP laws and processes.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead anti-counterfeiting enforcement, including co-ordinating raids, issuing cease-and-desist letters and managing litigation to safeguard and strengthen the firm's brand reputation.
• Implement proactive anti-counterfeiting initiatives, such as online marketplace monitoring and collaboration with customs authorities, to detect and prevent counterfeit goods before they reach their customers.
• Manage contracting and licensing matters, including trademark licensing and reviewing IP-related clauses in commercial agreements to ensure compliance and alignment with business objectives.
• Oversee complex, high-impact litigation related to counterfeiting, directing external counsel to mitigate brand risk and achieve favourable outcomes.
• Drive IP awareness by developing and delivering training and guidance to Associates.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external law firms, enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and results.
• Collaborate closely with global IP teams to align strategies, share best practices and strengthen cross-regional co-operation.

Profile

• Strong knowledge and experience in intellectual property law within the manufacturing / engineering space with an emphasis on anti-counterfeiting.
• Ideally be a qualified Trademark Attorney, Patent Attorney or Solicitor in the UK or Europe (not a requisite).
• Proven ability to manage multiple IP matters effectively.
• Experience of litigation and commercial matters.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience in the business services industry is preferred.
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Must have right to work in the UK.

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate.
• Immediate start required.
• 8 month contract.
• Opportunity to work on a temporary basis in a professional legal department.
• Exposure to intellectual property management within the business services industry.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Hybrid working model with HQ near Swindon (3 days in the office 2 days at home).
• Early finish on Fridays.