Up to £60,000 - In-House Legal Contracts & IP Manager – East Midlands

Dawn Ellmore Employment Agency; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced In-House Legal Contracts & IP Manager to join a client in the East Midlands on a full-time, permanent basis. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years’ experience in a similar role, with strong skills in commercial contracts and IP management. The role involves drafting contracts, managing agreements, and handling IP issues, providing a perfect opportunity for a diligent individual to manage comprehensive legal matters within the firm.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar legal position.
• Strong experience in commercial contracts and intellectual property management.
• Manufacturing background is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts.
• Managing agreements effectively.
• Handling quotes and documenting legal records.
• Dealing with IP management including infringements.
• Handling dispute resolution processes.

Skills

Commercial experience

IP management

Contract drafting and reviewing

Education

Law / business degree

Job description

We are working with a leading in‑house company who are seeking an In‑House Legal Contracts & IP Manager to join their team in the East Midlands on a full‑time, permanent basis. What experience will you need? To be successful, you will need 3+ years’ experience working within a similar position. It is essential to have both commercial and IP experience, you’ll need strong experience in dealing with commercial contracts and intellectual property management. If you have experience from a manufacturing background, this would be great. However, all applications with relevant experience from any industry background are welcome. Additionally, you will need to possess a law / business degree.

Duties:

• Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts.
• Managing agreements.
• Handling quotes.
• IP management – dealing with infringements; IP applications & renewals etc.
• Maintaining the legal records within the firm’s database.
• Dealing with litigation / dispute resolution.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a stand‑alone role, handling a full range of legal matters – a perfect role for a diligent and highly experienced Legal Manager. Apply now!