Intellectual Property Solicitor

JOB TITLE: Intellectual Property Solicitor PQE REQUIRED: 10+ LOCATION: Manchester SALARY: Competitive

THE ROLE

A strategic opportunity has arisen for an established Intellectual Property Partner to join the firm's Manchester office and play a key role in the continued development of its Intellectual Property offering.

The successful candidate will advise clients on a broad range of non-contentious intellectual property matters, including IP strategy, exploitation and commercialisation, licensing arrangements, collaboration agreements, technology transfers, brand protection and complex commercial contracts involving intellectual property rights.

Working closely with colleagues across the corporate, commercial, technology and life sciences teams, you will help strengthen the firm's market presence whilst developing your own practice within a highly supportive environment.

THE CANDIDATE

• Significant experience advising on non-contentious intellectual property matters.
• A strong client network and portable practice.
• Experience working with technology, life sciences, retail, media or other IP-rich sectors.
• Excellent business development and relationship management skills.
• An entrepreneurial approach and desire to contribute to the growth of the wider practice.
• Leadership capabilities and experience supporting team development.

THE FIRM

Our client is a leading international law firm with a strong reputation for advising innovative businesses, technology companies, life sciences organisations, household brands and multinational corporations. The firm's Intellectual Property practice is recognised for delivering commercially focused advice across a diverse range of sectors and is supported by a substantial national and international client base.

The Manchester office continues to be a key focus for investment and growth, offering partners access to an impressive platform, strong cross-referral opportunities and a collaborative culture that encourages entrepreneurial thinking and business development.

PACKAGE

• Strategic partner appointment within a leading international law firm.
• Strong existing technology, life sciences and commercial client base.
• Significant cross-selling opportunities.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture.
• Market leading benefits package and flexible working arrangements.
• Genuine opportunity to shape and grow the practice.

EEO STATEMENT

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