IP Specialist Solicitor

HLK; West of England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Cutting-edge IP cases

Job summary

HLK, an IP powerhouse with over 200 staff across multiple locations, seeks an experienced non-contentious Solicitor to join their UK team. You will advise on IP/IT and commercial non-contentious matters and draft and negotiate agreements for diverse clients.

The role offers collaboration with top IP professionals, opportunity to handle cutting-edge IP cases, and a clear path for professional development in a supportive, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• IP law knowledge and expertise in non-contentious matters.
• Ability to draft complex IP/IT and commercial agreements.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a wide range of IP/IT and commercial non-contentious matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft, review, and negotiate IP/IT and commercial agreements.
• Collaborate with clients to develop IP protection strategies.
• Stay up-to-date on IP laws and regulations.
• Advise on Data Protection matters where possible.

Skills

IP law knowledge

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Solicitor qualification (UK)

Job description

Who are we?

HLK is an IP powerhouse comprising over 200 people in 5 locations. Our IP specialist lawyers, patent attorneys and trade mark attorneys, provide a full suite of IP services advising across the globe and in all technical and scientific disciplines. We are seeking a talented and experienced non-contentious Solicitor to join our UK team and contribute to our continued success.

You will play a vital role in providing legal counsel and support to our clients in matters related to intellectual property rights. You will work closely with a team of skilled professionals and have the opportunity to handle a variety of challenging IP cases. If you are a driven and experienced solicitor with 2-8 years of PQE in IP law, this is an excellent opportunity to further your career and make a significant impact in a dynamic legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on a wide range of IP/IT and commercial non-contentious matters
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft, review, and negotiate IP/IT and commercial agreements.
• Collaborate with clients to develop IP protection strategies.
• Stay up-to-date on relevant changes in IP laws and regulations.
• Ideally be able to advise on Data Protection matters.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 2-8 years of post-qualification experience in intellectual property law.
• Ability to draft complex IP/IT and commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of intellectual property rights, within non-contentious contexts.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex cases and meet deadlines.
• A client-focused approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work with a highly respected IP firm.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• The chance to work on cutting-edge IP cases.