IP Litigation Partner - Manchester or London

BCL Legal Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

BCL Legal Limited seeks an IP Litigation Partner to lead high-value disputes and grow the IP offering. This is a growth hire with an established platform, client base and backing to invest.

The role allows flexibility to be based in Manchester or London, under a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that supports personal growth. You will bring a track record in resolving contentious IP matters and a plan to develop clients, working closely with colleagues across practice areas to deliver

Qualifications

• A track record of running high-value IP disputes and advising on strategy.
• An existing client base, or a plan to develop one, with business development experience.
• A commercial, collaborative approach, with the ability to work closely with colleagues across other practice areas.
• Entrepreneurial drive and a wish to help shape the direction of a growing practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-value IP disputes and advise on strategy.
• Develop and manage client relationships to grow the practice.
• Collaborate with colleagues across other practice areas to offer integrated solutions.

Skills

IP litigation

Business development

Job description

IP Litigation Partner | Manchester or London

An ambitious, growing UK law firm is looking to hire an IP Litigation Partner to join the already established intellectual property offering and take it to the next level. This is a genuine growth hire: the firm has the platform, the client base and the appetite to invest, and it wants a partner who can bring their own profile and ideas to the team.

The team and clients

You’ll join an experienced IP group with a strong reputation for resolving contentious matters and for protecting and commercialising rights on behalf of clients. The client base is varied, spanning brand owners, creative businesses, national and international corporates, and owner-managed businesses. The work covers the full spectrum of IP, including:

• Trade marks and passing off
• Copyright and designs
• Patents
• Confidential information and trade secrets
• Domain name disputes

About you

• A track record of running high-value IP disputes and advising on strategy
• An existing client base, or a clear plan to developing one, with business development experience to match
• A commercial, collaborative approach, with the ability to work closely with colleagues across other practice areas
• Entrepreneurial drive and a wish to help shape the direction of a growing practice

What's on offer

• A real chance to join a collaborative team, with firm-wide backing for your personal growth plans
• Flexibility to be based in either Manchester or London
• A modern, entrepreneurial culture in which partners have genuine autonomy
• A competitive package reflecting your experience and following

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.