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Intellectual Property Senior Associate / Legal Director

Intellectual Property Senior Associate / Legal Director

JMC Legal Recruitment • Manchester, GB
2 days ago
Salary
£80,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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Senior Associate / Legal Director - Non-Contentious Intellectual Property | Manchester | Top 30 Global Firm

An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen at a Top 30 international law firm for a Senior Associate or Legal Director to spearhead the growth of a dedicated Non-Contentious IP practice in Manchester.

About the Firm

This forward-thinking international firm boasts one of the broadest commercial practices in the market, covering everything from contracts and data protection to regulatory matters and intellectual property. With a well-established reputation for excellence and innovation, the firm partners with global brands combining international reach with local agility.

The firm is committed to cultivating a supportive and inclusive culture, featuring clear career pathways, flexible working, and a collaborative environment where entrepreneurial lawyers can thrive. Focused investment in its commercial capabilities now sees IP separated into contentious and non-contentious streams to enable sharper focus and targeted growth.

The Role

Based in Manchester, you will lead the development and expansion of the non-contentious IP offering. Working alongside the existing contentious IP Lead, you will take ownership of a growing workload, encompassing brand protection, trade mark matters, copyright, and related commercial issues.

This role is not about fitting into an existing hierarchy; it is a genuine chance to create and shape a niche team, guiding relationships with clients and influencing business development through training sessions, thought leadership, and strategic networking.

A robust pipeline of work is already in place, supported by junior team members, giving you the foundation to focus on top-tier advisory and leadership responsibilities.

What We're Looking For
  • A qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with at least 5 years' PQE specialising in non-contentious IP
  • Experience gained at a national, international, or leading West End law firm
  • Strong expertise in trademarks, copyright, brand protection, and commercial IP issues
  • A commercially minded, client-focused approach combined with a collaborative leadership style
  • Ambition to build a sustainable practice with clear routes to partnership and firm-wide recognition
Why Join?
  • Flexible working arrangements supported by modern Manchester offices
  • Clear and transparent partnership track with real responsibility from the outset
  • An empowered role with significant autonomy to build and shape your team
  • Backing from a firm with global strength and a commitment to innovation
If you're a senior IP lawyer ready to lead a dynamic, well-supported non-contentious IP practice away from the London market, this is a rare and exciting opportunity.
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