IP Associate

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Tier 1 intellectual property firm that offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced solicitor to work on complex cases in the IP sector. You will be at the forefront of advising high-profile clients in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and technology. The role involves managing both contentious and non-contentious IP work, providing strategic commercial advice, and mentoring junior associates. With a supportive work environment that values innovation and professional growth, this is a fantastic chance to further your career in a dynamic and collaborative setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive work environment

Good work-life balance

Work from home options

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in a well-respected IP team.
• Experience in managing patent and trademark disputes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex IP litigation cases across the UK and internationally.
• Advise on technology transfer agreements and strategic patent portfolio management.

Skills

IP Litigation Management

Patent Law

Trademark Law

Commercial IP Transactions

Business Development

Mentoring and Leadership

Education

Law Degree

STEM Background (Physics, Electrical, Chemistry)

Job description

A Tier 1 intellectual property firm, renowned for its high-quality service in the areas of patents, trademarks, design, and related commercial law is seeking an experienced solicitor to join the firm’s highly respected and growing commercial IP team. You will be at the forefront of exciting, complex cases and transactions, advising high-profile clients across industries such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and technology.

As an experienced solicitor in the IP team, you will be responsible for both contentious and non-contentious work. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer with experience in managing IP litigation and providing strategic commercial advice. You will work with leading clients, managing high-value cases and advising on key business transactions, including licensing agreements and IP portfolio management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complex IP litigation cases, including patent and trademark disputes across the UK, Europe, and internationally.
• Provide expert guidance on technology transfer agreements, IP due diligence, and strategic patent portfolio management.
• Advise on the intersection of IP law with corporate transactions, including M&A, and handle due diligence processes.
• Mentor and lead junior associates and trainees, fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking team culture.
• Build and nurture client relationships, with a focus on growing the firm’s client base across key sectors, particularly life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and technology.

Ideal Candidate:

• Will have contentious and/or non-contentious IP experience, managing patent, trademark and copyright disputes and/or commercial IP transactions.
• 3+ years PQE in a well respected IP team.
• Leadership and mentoring experience, with the ability to guide and develop junior lawyers.
• A proactive approach to business development and an entrepreneurial mindset, with a strong network and ability to bring in new business.
• STEM background e.g. Physics, Electrical, Chemistry etc.

What They Offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters innovation and professional growth.
• No unachievable targets
• Good work life balance
• WFH

The firm is particularly interested in candidates with both contentious and non-contentious IP experience. However, they remain open to hearing from candidates with expertise in either area.

If you are an ambitious and experienced IP solicitor looking for the next challenge in a leading IP firm, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV to [e-mail] / 07441473265