Senior Associate - Intellectual Property (Non-Contentious

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive reward package

Career development support

Inclusive culture

Diversity and wellbeing commitments

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Bristol is seeking a qualified lawyer with over 6 years of experience in transactional intellectual property matters. You will advise high-profile clients on IP rights, draft and negotiate transactions, and work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 6+ years PQE in transactional IP matters.
• Registration with the SRA or Law Society of Scotland required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate IP transactions including licensing and franchising.
• Advise on IP ownership structures and conduct audits.
• Support R&D agreements and joint ventures.
• Provide strategic input on commercial transactions involving IP.

Skills

Strong technical expertise

Excellent drafting skills

Client communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Commercial awareness

Job description

The Role

You'll be joining a nationally recognised Intellectual Property team, advising on the development, structuring, and exploitation of IP rights. Responsibilities include:

• Drafting and negotiating IP transactions including licensing, assignments, and franchising
• Advising on IP ownership structures and audits
• Supporting R&D, collaboration agreements, and joint ventures across academic and private sectors
• Providing strategic input on broader commercial transactions involving IP
• Working with high-profile clients across retail, food, tech, and energy sectors
• Collaborating with a team of over 20 IP lawyers, including senior contacts in Bristol

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified lawyer with:

• 6+ years PQE in non-contentious/transactional IP matters
• Strong technical expertise and commercial awareness
• Excellent drafting and client communication skills
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for innovation
• Registration with the SRA or Law Society of Scotland

Working Arrangements

The firm offers flexible working arrangements, including full-time or part-time options. Hybrid working is supported, with a strong team presence in the Bristol office.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:

• A comprehensive reward package
• Opportunities to work on nationally and internationally recognised projects
• Inclusive culture with employee-led networks
• Support for career development and progression
• A commitment to diversity, accessibility, and wellbeing

If you're ready to take your IP career to the next level and work with some of the most exciting clients in the sector, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or arrange a confidential conversation, please contact:

[e-mail]

0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

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Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.