Intellectual Property Solicitor

Intellectual Property Solicitor – Senior Associate 5+ PQE – Manchester

A leading Legal 500 national law firm with a standout UK reputation is looking for an Intellectual Property Solicitor to join its growing Manchester team. You will work with a high-quality client base across sports, fashion and consumer brands, advising on complex IP disputes and litigation matters within a dynamic and commercially focused practice.

This Intellectual Property Solicitor role in Manchester offers the opportunity to work closely with highly regarded partners on high-value matters, while taking ownership of your own caseload and developing your profile within a collaborative and entrepreneurial team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Intellectual Property Solicitor in Manchester to progress within a fast-growing and supportive environment.

The Role:

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• Advise on a broad range of IP disputes including trade marks, passing off, copyright and design rights
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• Manage your own caseload with direct client exposure and responsibility
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• Support on complex litigation matters working closely with partners
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• Act for high-profile clients across sports, fashion and consumer brands
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• Mentor and support junior lawyers within the team
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• Provide commercially focused, practical advice aligned to client objectives
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• Contribute to business development and client relationship initiatives
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• Collaborate within a highly engaged, down-to-earth and entrepreneurial team
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The Candidate:

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• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in intellectual property law
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• Strong experience handling IP disputes and litigation matters
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• Technical expertise across trade marks, copyright, passing off and design rights
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• Commercially minded with a pragmatic and client-focused approach
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• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
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• Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members
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• Enthusiasm for business development and building client relationships
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• Collaborative and personable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced team
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The Benefits and How to Apply:

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• Competitive salary with regular review
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• Performance-related bonus
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• Hybrid and flexible working
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• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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• Company pension
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• Structured career development and progression
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• Supportive, inclusive and collaborative working culture
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• Opportunity to work on high-profile IP matters in Manchester
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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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