Intellectual Property Solicitor

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Intellectual Property Solicitor to join their innovative legal team in Cambridge . This role offers the exciting opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, from cutting-edge startups to established corporations, on complex IP matters, including patents, trademarks, and copyright. You will be at the forefront of advising on IP strategy, protection, and enforcement within a globally recognised hub for science and technology, contributing significantly to the firm's expertise in this specialised field.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the registration, protection, and enforcement of patents, trademarks, designs, and copyright.
• Draft and negotiate IP-related agreements, including licensing, joint development, and collaboration agreements.
• Conduct IP due diligence for corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and investments.
• Manage IP disputes and litigation, representing clients in relevant proceedings.
• Provide strategic advice on IP portfolio management and commercialisation strategies for clients in Cambridge .

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a minimum of 5 years' experience in Intellectual Property Law .
• Proven expertise in patent, trademark, and copyright law, with experience in contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Strong understanding of IP commercialisation and transactional work.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with clients in the technology and science sectors, based in or willing to commute to Cambridge .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting your expertise.
• Opportunities for professional development and to work on high-profile IP cases.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment in Cambridge .
• Flexible hybrid working model to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Access to a network of leading technology and research institutions.