IP Associate

G2 Legal; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier international law firm seeks a mid-level Intellectual Property Associate for its London team. This role involves advising on IP strategy and handling both contentious and advisory matters. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with a strong grasp of IP law and client relationship skills. The firm offers an excellent salary, benefits, and opportunities for career progression within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Clear opportunities for career progression

Collaborative team culture

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Solid post-qualification experience in IP law.
• Experience in both contentious and non-contentious IP matters.
• Ability to work with life sciences, technology, or consumer goods clients is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Advise on IP strategy, enforcement, and protection.
• Handle UK High Court and IPO proceedings.
• Draft and negotiate complex licensing and IP agreements.

Skills

Technical skills

Commercial awareness

Client relationship management

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Qualified solicitor (England & Wales or equivalent)

Job description

A top-tier international law firm is looking to recruit a mid-level Intellectual Property (IP) Associateto join its growing London team. This is a superb opportunity for a confident and experienced lawyer to work across both contentious and non-contentious matters as part of a high-performing, international practice.

About the Firm

The firm’s Intellectual Property group is experiencing sustained growth and is a strategic priority for continued expansion, both in the UK and globally. With an impressive international platform and a reputation for technical excellence and commercial insight, the firm supports clients across a wide variety of sectors including technology, life sciences, fast-moving consumer goods and financial services.

The IP team advises on the full range of IP rights and offers clients a comprehensive service covering litigation, strategic advisory, licensing, prosecution and transactional support. The group works closely with other departments across the firm on major cross-border mandates and complex matters involving cutting-edge technologies and high-value assets.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in advising on a wide range of IP matters. This is a varied position involving both contentious and advisory work, offering high levels of responsibility and client contact from the outset.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on IP strategy, enforcement and protection across a range of industries
• Handling UK High Court and IPO proceedings
• Drafting and negotiating complex licensing and IP commercial agreements
• Providing freedom to operate, clearance, and infringement advice
• Supporting major transactions involving IP rights across multiple jurisdictions
• Coordinating with colleagues internationally on multi-jurisdictional matters
• Contributing to internal know-how and mentoring more junior team members

About You

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales or equivalent) with solid post-qualification experience in IP law
• Experience advising on both contentious and non-contentious IP matters
• Strong technical skills and commercial awareness
• Ability to manage client relationships and work effectively within a collaborative team
• Experience working with clients in sectors such as life sciences, technology or consumer goods is advantageous
• A proactive, client-focused approach and genuine enthusiasm for IP law

What’s on Offer?

• High-quality, varied IP work with a truly international client base
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Ongoing training and development
• Clear and realistic opportunities for career progression
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Click on the link to apply or contact Antony Setford at G2 Legal for more information.

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