International jobs in Grande-Bretagne

A market-leading firm with a global client base across life sciences and technology is seeking a Patent Litigation Associate to join their highly respected IP practice. The firm is recognised for the exceptional quality of its lawyers, its combination of scientific and legal expertise, and its strong, values-driven culture. Their patent litigation group is one of the largest dedicated teams in the UK, consistently ranked in the top tier across legal directories and known for handling complex, high-profile disputes across multiple jurisdictions. The firm operates a collaborative, supportive environment with no billing targets, a genuine emphasis on work/life balance, and a culture built on ambition, curiosity and openness.

The firm is looking to recruit a Patent Litigation Associate (1–3 PQE) to work closely with partners and senior lawyers on complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes. This role offers high levels of responsibility from day one, exposure to cutting‑edge matters across life sciences and technology, and the opportunity to develop both legal expertise and broader commercial skills within a supportive, development‑focused environment.

• Work on a wide range of patent disputes, including infringement, validity, SPCs, ownership, exhaustion of rights and employee compensation matters
• Support and, where appropriate, lead elements of large-scale, international patent litigation matters
• Collaborate with colleagues across regulatory, competition and commercial disputes teams on cross-disciplinary issues
• Assist with licensing disputes, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution processes
• Manage key workstreams, draft pleadings and correspondence, and contribute to strategic case planning
• Engage in business development, client relationship management and thought leadership activities
• Contribute to knowledge management and support/mentor junior team members where appropriate

• 1–3 PQE with strong patent litigation experience
• Excellent technical and analytical skills, with enthusiasm for complex scientific and legal issues
• Ability to work effectively in partner-led teams while taking ownership of significant responsibilities
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence engaging with clients and colleagues
• A collaborative, self-motivated approach and genuine interest in contributing to firm culture

Please mention IP Careers when applying to G2 Legal.