IP Solicitor, 6-10 years PQE

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• You will be responsible for overseeing a diverse array of intellectual property matters on a daily basis, with a particular emphasis on contentious IP and brand protection activities.

• Managing various IP disputes, including trademark infringement, passing off, copyright, and design rights claims.

• Providing advice on brand enforcement strategies, encompassing pre-action plans, settlement negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution.

• Addressing domain name disputes and issues related to online brand protection.

• Offering guidance on breaches of confidential information and trade secrets disputes.

• Assisting clients with IP strategy and enforcement to help them safeguard and uphold their intellectual property rights.

• In addition to dispute resolution, you will also have the chance to advise on various non-contentious IP matters, including IP licenses and assignments, ownership and exploitation issues, while supporting clients with broader brand management and IP protection strategies.

⛳️ Requirements

• Approximately 6–10 years of post-qualification experience as a solicitor, specializing in intellectual property matters.

• Substantial experience in managing contentious IP cases, specifically trademark and copyright disputes.

• Proven experience overseeing matters from pre-action stages through to settlement or formal proceedings when necessary.

• A keen interest in developing a comprehensive IP practice that integrates disputes, advisory services, and brand protection efforts.

• Strong technical capabilities and the ability to manage cases with suitable supervision.

• Excellent skills in client relations and a collaborative mindset when working with colleagues.

• A business-oriented approach, providing practical advice aimed at achieving client goals.

• A desire for ongoing learning, business development, and contributing to the growth of the IP & Brand Protection team.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• 33 days of holiday, including public holidays.

• Option to purchase up to 5 additional holiday days each year.

• Private healthcare coverage.

• Death in service benefit.

• Access to our electric car scheme.

• Flexible working arrangements as part of a fully remote yet collaborative team.