IP, Data Protection & Technology Solicitor

Legal Southwest; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic legal firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 0-5 years' PQE to join their Intellectual Property, Data Protection and Technology team. The role involves advising clients across various sectors, focusing on protecting and commercialising innovations. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills, a solid academic background, and practical legal experience. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, including hybrid working options.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Flexible hours

Wellbeing support

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 0–5 years’ PQE in IP, data protection, or commercial law.
• Enthusiasm for innovation and digital culture.
• Practical experience in relevant legal fields.

Responsibilities

• Advise on intellectual property protection and enforcement.
• Ensure GDPR compliance and data protection.
• Draft commercial agreements and licensing contracts.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Commercial awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Solid academic background

Job description

The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (0–5 years’ PQE) to join a growing Intellectual Property, Data Protection and Technology team. The role offers varied and meaningful work, helping businesses protect, manage, and commercialise their ideas, technology, data, and brands.

The successful candidate will advise a wide range of clients across sectors including technology, digital innovation, creative industries, food and drink, education, and renewable energy. Work will cover:

• Intellectual property protection, enforcement, and commercialisation
• Data protection, privacy, and GDPR compliance
• Licensing, e-commerce, and digital contracts
• Brand protection, trademarks, and portfolio management
• Commercial agreements with an IP/tech focus

About You:

Applications are welcome from newly qualified lawyers through to those with up to 5 years’ PQE. Candidates should bring:

• A solid academic background and excellent communication skills
• Enthusiasm for innovation, digital culture, or creative industries
• Practical experience in IP, data protection, or commercial law (via training or work)
• Strong commercial awareness and a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• A collaborative approach with the ambition to contribute to team growth

What’s on Offer:

The firm offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• Private medical insurance and life assurance
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Wellbeing support and three additional paid days for volunteering
• Ongoing professional development, mentorship, and progression opportunities

Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you.

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