Intellectual Property Partner

Intellectual Property Partner – London – Up to £200,000 + Bonus

A leading Legal 500 national law firm with a standout UK reputation is looking for a non-contentious Commercial IP Partner to join its London office. You will work with a high-quality client base across healthcare, insurance and technology sectors, advising on complex commercial, IP and data matters, with a unique opportunity to establish and grow a specialist IP practice within a well-backed national platform.

This Commercial IP Partner role in London offers genuine autonomy to build on existing work, shape the direction of the offering, and develop a market-leading practice with full strategic support from leadership.

The Role

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• Lead the development of a Commercial IP offering within the London office
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• Build and scale an IP practice, leveraging existing client relationships and pipeline work
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• Advise on commercial contracts with a strong focus on IP, data protection and technology
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• Drive growth across key sectors including healthcare, insurance, life sciences and tech
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• Develop and strengthen relationships across the firm’s national and international network
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• Mentor and support the development of junior lawyers
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• Lead business development strategy and actively grow your client base
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• Work closely with senior leadership to shape the long-term strategy of the London team
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The Candidate

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• Qualified Solicitor with extensive experience in Commercial Contracts, IP and Data Protection
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• Existing following of circa £400k+ or strong evidence of client relationships and business generation
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• Background from a reputable national, City or international law firm
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• Track record of developing client relationships and driving revenue growth
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• Experience advising on cross-border matters or working within an international network
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• Leadership capability with a clear ambition to build and lead a team
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• Commercially minded with an entrepreneurial and proactive approach
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• Sector experience in healthcare, life sciences, insurance or technology advantageous
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The Benefits

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• Salary up to £200k
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• Attractive bonus structure
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• Clear pathway to equity
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• Comprehensive benefits package
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• Company pension
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• Flexible and hybrid working
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• Private medical and travel insurance
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• Opportunity to build a key strategic practice within a leading London office
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Apply in the strictest of confidence

Dominika Holda, Recruitment Consultant (Commercial & IP)

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07376 640 525

E-mail: [email protected]

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