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Associate Solicitor

Reed
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a day
Location

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH105BP, Scotland

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • Reed is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join their IP, Data & Contracts team in Edinburgh.
  • The position requires ideally 4+ years of PQE in IP, technology, data protection, or commercial contracts, but all levels will be considered.
  • Key responsibilities include providing IP, commercial contract, and data protection advice, managing client interactions, and drafting contracts across various sectors.
  • The role offers a competitive salary along with benefits such as agile working options, an annual bonus scheme, and BUPA healthcare.
  • Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude, with proven experience in handling complex legal matters.

Associate / Senior Associate – IP, Data & Contracts

Location: Edinburgh

Job Type: Full-time

Reed are currently working with a market leading Legal firm who are looking to recruit an Associate or Senior Associate to join their IP, Data & Contracts (IPDC) team in Edinburgh. This role offers a diverse and challenging workload in a supportive environment, ideal for a candidate with a proactive and positive attitude.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Provide comprehensive IP, commercial contract, and data protection advice to our entrepreneurial client base.
  • Handle e-commerce, data protection, IP advisory, and commercialisation matters.
  • Draft and report on contracts across a variety of sectors.
  • Work independently, managing direct client interactions with senior support available as needed.
  • Collaborate as part of the IPDC team, taking responsibility for key tasks and contributing to team objectives.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Ideally 4+ years PQE, ideally within IP, technology, data protection, or commercial contracts but all levels of PQE will be considered
  • Excellent communication skills and a confident, positive attitude.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Proven capability in handling complex legal matters related to IP, data protection, and commercial contracts.
  • Experience in client management and direct client interaction.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Agile working options.
  • Annual bonus scheme.
  • BUPA healthcare.
  • Commission for new client wins.

To apply for this, please submit an up to date copy of your CV or get in touch with Zoe MacMillan for more information.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.