11 Intellectual Property Law jobs in the United Kingdom

Intellectual Property Associate - Exeter
Up to 83,000 DOE | Hybrid (2 days office / 3 days remote)

This is one of those rare opportunities where the role, team, and firm all come together to create something special. If you're an Intellectual Property lawyer with 3-5 years' PQE and want to join a forward-thinking, international practice with an inclusive culture and ambitious growth plans, this could be the perfect next step.

Why This Firm?

You will be joining a firm with a genuine global reach, advising on complex cross-border matters and high-value transactions across sectors including life sciences, technology, retail, oil & gas, and pharmaceuticals . Their IP team is well-respected, highly collaborative, and works closely with other leading departments - meaning you'll get exposure to some of the most interesting and challenging work in the market.

What sets them apart is their people-first culture. Equity, diversity and inclusion are part of the fabric of the firm - not initiatives on a poster. Combine that with a genuine commitment to sustainability, ESG and responsible growth , and you'll understand why lawyers here feel supported, inspired and able to build long-term careers.

The Role:

You'll focus on non-contentious Intellectual Property matters, including:

• Advising on IP provisions in licensing, M&A, and joint venture transactions
• Working across sectors where IP is central, including pharmaceuticals and tech
• Negotiating and drafting IP agreements with a commercial, future-focused approach
• Supporting clients with day-to-day IP queries
• Building strong, lasting client relationships and contributing to business development

What We Are Looking For:

• Qualified solicitor with 3-5 years' PQE (candidates with less or more experience are still welcomed to apply)
• Strong experience in non-contentious IP and large-scale IP transactions
• Commercial awareness, technical excellence, and a real client focus
• Enthusiasm to be part of a growing, specialist team

What Is in It for You?

• Competitive salary + bonus structure, alongside excellent benefits (some to note are enhanced annual leave, private medical insurance, income protection, enhanced pension contribution and lots more!)
• Hybrid working : 2 days a week in the office, 3 from home
• Career Development Framework - transparent progression routes
• Global opportunities : work alongside colleagues and clients across the UK, Middle East, and Far East
• Supportive culture with a genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion, and ESG
• A chance to work in a team where your voice and ideas will count

If you're looking to grow your career in Intellectual Property with a firm that values people as much as profits, this is your chance to step into a role that's as rewarding as it is exciting.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

We are working with a truly global firm with a strong track record advising innovators, founders, and investors. Their Commercial, IP & Technology team is looking for a mid-level Associate to step into a practice that is both high-growth and international in scope.

What you’ll do

• Advise on a broad range of commercial and technology agreements, with a focus on SaaS and enterprise-level tech contracts.
• Draft and negotiate IP licensing, data protection and brand-driven agreements for high-growth businesses and global clients.
• Work with clients across tech, arts, design, fashion, sports, and media, as well as private capital and investor groups.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the UK, US, Europe and Asia, gaining cross-border exposure.
• Be involved in cutting-edge projects, from digital innovation to regulatory challenges.

What you’ll need

• 3–5 PQE, qualified in England & Wales.
• Strong background in commercial/IP work at a well-regarded practice.
• Confident drafter with excellent communication skills and client-facing experience.
• Collaborative mindset – able to work across teams and thrive in a non-hierarchical, agile environment.
• Commercial awareness and an engaged, proactive approach.

The Team

This is a fast-growing, dynamic team known for helping disruptors challenge the status quo. The lawyers here combine deep sector knowledge with a genuine passion for innovation. Expect close-knit collaboration, high-quality work, and early responsibility.

The Firm

The wider firm is recognised globally for its focus on successful individuals, founders, investors, and private capital. They also advise governments, charities, and global brands, with a unique culture built on collaboration and strategy over hierarchy.

Why Apply?

• Access to cutting-edge tech/IP work in a truly international setting.
• High levels of responsibility from day one.
• Opportunity to work across a diverse client base shaping industries and challenging norms.
• Supportive, agile, and future-oriented culture.

If you’re looking to combine your IP and commercial expertise with high-growth tech work and international reach, this role is positioned perfectly.

We are working with a truly global firm with a strong track record advising innovators, founders, and investors. Their Commercial, IP & Technology team is looking for a mid-level Associate to step into a practice that is both high-growth and international in scope.

What you’ll do

• Advise on a broad range of commercial and technology agreements, with a focus on SaaS and enterprise-level tech contracts.
• Draft and negotiate IP licensing, data protection and brand-driven agreements for high-growth businesses and global clients.
• Work with clients across tech, arts, design, fashion, sports, and media, as well as private capital and investor groups.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the UK, US, Europe and Asia, gaining cross-border exposure.
• Be involved in cutting-edge projects, from digital innovation to regulatory challenges.

What you’ll need

• 3–5 PQE, qualified in England & Wales.
• Strong background in commercial/IP work at a well-regarded practice.
• Confident drafter with excellent communication skills and client-facing experience.
• Collaborative mindset – able to work across teams and thrive in a non-hierarchical, agile environment.
• Commercial awareness and an engaged, proactive approach.

The Team

This is a fast-growing, dynamic team known for helping disruptors challenge the status quo. The lawyers here combine deep sector knowledge with a genuine passion for innovation. Expect close-knit collaboration, high-quality work, and early responsibility.

The Firm

The wider firm is recognised globally for its focus on successful individuals, founders, investors, and private capital. They also advise governments, charities, and global brands, with a unique culture built on collaboration and strategy over hierarchy.

Why Apply?

• Access to cutting-edge tech/IP work in a truly international setting.
• High levels of responsibility from day one.
• Opportunity to work across a diverse client base shaping industries and challenging norms.
• Supportive, agile, and future-oriented culture.

If you’re looking to combine your IP and commercial expertise with high-growth tech work and international reach, this role is positioned perfectly.

About the Job

We are pleased to present this excellent opportunity to join a top team within a leading national firm.

IP Associate - 3-5 PQE - Birmingham - Up to £80,000

The Firm & Role

A leading firm is seeking an experienced commercial IP specialist to join its highly regarded team in Birmingham. The team handles the full range of IP work.

The team advises an impressive roster of clients, across AI, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, oil & gas, and technology. The work here would include licensing agreements, franchising, R&D agreements, advising on IP aspects of commercial agreements and IP portfolio managements including audits and due diligence.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, ambitious professional looking to take on a key role in a dynamic and growing practice. The opportunity offers a clear progression path, far reaching support and varied 'top-shelf' work.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will be 3-5 PQE, seasoned, Commercial IP solicitor from a non-contentious IP background. Confident working collaboratively and independently on varied non-contentious IP work.

The Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits (Up to £80k)
• Generous annual leave package plus bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Private Medical & Dental Insurance
• Hybrid and flexible working

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WILLIAM JAMES RECRUITMENT

William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of legal 500 firms.

• Advise clients on the protection, enforcement, and commercialization of intellectual property rights.
• Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related agreements, including licensing, joint venture, and R&D agreements.
• Manage and conduct IP litigation, including infringement actions and validity challenges.
• Conduct IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and investment transactions.
• Develop and implement IP protection strategies for clients.
• Advise on patentability, trademark registrability, and copyright issues.
• Manage international IP portfolios.
• Stay updated on evolving IP laws and regulations globally.
• Collaborate with technical experts and scientists to understand and protect innovations.
• Provide strategic advice on brand protection and anti-counterfeiting measures.

• Admitted to practice law in England and Wales (Solicitor or Barrister) with a minimum of 6 years of post-qualification experience specifically in Intellectual Property law.
• Proven expertise in IP litigation, transactional IP, and IP strategy.
• Deep understanding of patent, trademark, copyright, and design law.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage complex IP portfolios and international matters.
• Strong client relationship management skills and business development aptitude.
• Experience working with technology-driven companies is highly advantageous.
• Proficiency in IP management software and legal research databases.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commercial mindset.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to thrive in a remote team environment.

Forseven, a revolutionary company is looking to transform the EV industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices, are seeking a Senior Manager of Intellectual Property  to join our highly skilled and dynamic Legal . This role will be reporting into the General Counsel.

The role will operate in a hybrid capacity out of our office in Leamington Spa, Warwick where the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a scale-up, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company. With its rapid growth trajectory and dynamic nature, Forseven offers you an exceptional platform to help drive strategy as we expand into new horizons.

In this role you will be responsible for driving and implementing Forseven’s global IP strategy in accordance with Forseven’s business objectives. You will collaborate closely with both technical and commercial colleagues and will manage our external IP law firms and patent attorneys in multiple jurisdictions. You will build a meaningful IP portfolio to protect our current and future business, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. This role requires a deep understanding of automotive technologies, legal expertise and strong leadership skills.

What you will do:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to set global IP strategy including devising and implementing comprehensive protection strategies for the company’s key assets and R&D initiatives

• Organise and manage the company's IP portfolio, including patents, designs, brands and trademarks, data, copyright and trade secrets, to optimise business value

• Identify patentable inventions, review patent applications, and work with external advisers to prosecute patents worldwide.

• Conduct intellectual property searches and analyses to assess registrability, freedom to operate and infringement risks.

• Oversee intellectual property licensing, technology transfer and partnership agreements including risk and opportunity management.

• Manage resolution of IP disputes with third parties, including monitoring for infringement and taking appropriate legal action when necessary.

• Provide expert IP guidance to stakeholders across the business on corporate IP risks and mitigations including liaising with technical teams on Product Liability and Safety topics

• Manage relationships with external legal counsel, patent agents, and other intellectual property service providers.

• Develop and manage the intellectual property budget, including forecasting expenses and optimising resource allocation.

• Provide intellectual property guidance and training to stakeholders across the business.

• Stay abreast of relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends related to intellectual property rights in the automotive and technology sectors.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, law, or a related field. Advanced degree (e.g., JD, PhD) preferred.

• Broad experience in intellectual property management, with a focus on automotive or technology industries.

• Licensed patent attorney or patent agent preferred.

• Strong understanding of automotive technology, including mechanical, electrical, and software systems.

• Proven track record of drafting and prosecuting patents in the automotive field.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Proficiency in intellectual property management software and databases.

About us and our culture…

At Forseven, we are more than just a team of professionals; we are dynamic innovators, visionary collaborators and trailblazers who believe in making a difference. Our passion lies in revolutionising the electric vehicle industry through our cutting-edge advancements and sustainable solutions that aim to transform the way transportation is perceived.

Currently operating under stealth mode, our focus is entirely directed towards achieving excellence as pioneers in creating sustainable mobility solutions which will help shape the future of transportation. We're looking for enlightened individuals who possess an unwavering passion, relentless drive, and insatiable curiosity to question conventional norms and push beyond perceived limitations.