Senior IP Associate - Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Markel Corporation; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + annual bonus

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private medical, dental, and life assurance

Excellent pension scheme

High-quality learning and development programmes

Job summary

A leading legal services provider is seeking a Senior Associate specializing in Intellectual Property in Manchester. This role involves leading on complex IP matters, mentoring junior lawyers, and providing strategic advice to a diverse client base. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with strong experience in IP rights and case management. The position offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and a people-first culture that prioritizes wellbeing and professional development.

Qualifications

• A qualified solicitor with strong PQE in intellectual property.
• Technically excellent with deep knowledge of IP rights, licensing and enforcement.
• Skilled in managing complex cases and producing high-quality, commercially focused advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex IP matters, including licensing and trademark issues.
• Provide strategic IP advice to a wide range of clients across varied sectors.
• Mentor and develop junior lawyers within the team.
• Work closely with the Head of Commercial on critical initiatives.
• Support business growth by finding opportunities and contributing to marketing.

Skills

Qualified solicitor with strong PQE in intellectual property

Deep knowledge of IP rights, licensing and enforcement

Skilled in managing complex cases

Confident communicator

Commercially aware and proactive

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

A leading legal services provider is seeking a Senior Associate specializing in Intellectual Property in Manchester. This role involves leading on complex IP matters, mentoring junior lawyers, and providing strategic advice to a diverse client base. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with strong experience in IP rights and case management. The position offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and a people-first culture that prioritizes wellbeing and professional development.