Solicitor – Intellectual Property (2-5yrs PQE)

Shakespeare Martineau; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based law firm is seeking a Solicitor specializing in Intellectual Property (2-5 years PQE) to join their dynamic IP team. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse IP matters, build client relationships, and develop your own caseload while collaborating with experienced professionals. The firm emphasizes agile working and requires occasional travel for team meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience in IP law from your training contract.
• Postgraduate qualification in IP Law (support available if not).
• Strong IT skills.
• Effective file management skills.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced senior lawyers passionate about IP.
• Develop your own caseload.
• Handle enquiries efficiently.

Skills

Experience in IP law

Strong IT skills

Effective file management

Education

Postgraduate qualification in IP Law

Job description

Solicitor – Intellectual Property (2-5yrs PQE), United Kingdom, GB

Company:

Shakespeare Martineau

Location:

Multiple UK hubs (Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leicester, London, Lincoln, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Solihull, Stratford-upon-Avon, Sheffield, Southampton)

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

12

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Our Intellectual Property team, part of the Commercial & IP department within the Life & Business Group, advises on a broad spectrum of IP rights, including patents, trademarks, designs, copyright, and more. The team has extensive experience in IP protection, enforcement, licensing, and technology transfer, serving both commercial and academic clients. Recognized for excellence, we won the 2022 IP Enterprise Court 'Team of the Year' award and are highly ranked in national and international directories.

Opportunity:

This role offers the chance to join our vibrant IP team, working on diverse IP matters, including contentious and non-contentious work. You will support clients in exploiting and enforcing their IP rights, building your caseload and liaising professionally with clients, all within a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside experienced senior lawyers passionate about IP
• Develop your own caseload
• Handle enquiries efficiently
• Liaise with clients professionally
• Meet strict deadlines

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in IP law from your training contract
• Postgraduate qualification in IP Law (support available if not)
• Strong IT skills
• Effective file management skills

Key Competencies:

• Desire to develop expertise in IP law
• Ability to build client relationships
• Excellent communication skills
• High initiative and resilience in demanding environments
• Organizational and prioritization skills
• Teamwork capability

Work Environment:

We embrace agile working with a flexible approach to location and hours. While based at any of our UK hubs, occasional travel to Birmingham for team meetings may be required.

Additional Information:

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