IP Associate
Bristol – £70,000 - £85,000
A Tier 1 intellectual property firm, renowned for its high-quality service in the areas of patents, trademarks, design, and related commercial law is seeking an experienced solicitor to join the firm’s highly respected and growing commercial IP team. You will be at the forefront of exciting, complex cases and transactions, advising high-profile clients across industries such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and technology.As an experienced solicitor in the IP team, you will be responsible for both contentious and non-contentious work. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer with experience in managing IP litigation and providing strategic commercial advice. You will work with leading clients, managing high-value cases and advising on key business transactions, including licensing agreements and IP portfolio management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage complex IP litigation cases, including patent and trademark disputes across the UK, Europe, and internationally.
- Provide expert guidance on technology transfer agreements, IP due diligence, and strategic patent portfolio management.
- Advise on the intersection of IP law with corporate transactions, including M&A, and handle due diligence processes.
- Mentor and lead junior associates and trainees, fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking team culture.
- Build and nurture client relationships, with a focus on growing the firm’s client base across key sectors, particularly life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and technology.
- Will have contentious and/or non-contentious IP experience, managing patent, trademark and copyright disputes and/or commercial IP transactions.
- 3+ years PQE in a well respected IP team.
- Leadership and mentoring experience, with the ability to guide and develop junior lawyers.
- A proactive approach to business development and an entrepreneurial mindset, with a strong network and ability to bring in new business.
- STEM background e.g. Physics, Electrical, Chemistry etc.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters innovation and professional growth.
- No unachievable targets
- Good work life balance
- WFH
The firm is particularly interested in candidates with both contentious and non-contentious IP experience. However, they remain open to hearing from candidates with expertise in either area.
If you are an ambitious and experienced IP solicitor looking for the next challenge in a leading IP firm, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV to dalton@douglas-scott.co.uk / 07441473265
Dalton joins Douglas Scott as a Recruitment Consultant with a focus on the American market, , his key duties include sourcing and placing top legal talent with leading firms and corporations, managing job search processes, and providing career guidance and market insights to candidates. He also stays informed of industry trends and developments to best serve his clients and candidates.
After securing a law degree from Manchester Metropolitan University, Dalton spent 9 months as a Legal Recruitment Consultant focusing on the Texas market before joining Douglas Scott.
In his spare time, he enjoys going to the gym, exploring Manchester’s finest public houses and eateries and going to watch the Erik’s Mighty Reds at the weekend.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Intellectual Property
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £70,000 - £85,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Bristol
- Reference: 10784771
