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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Associate to join a highly regarded Intellectual Property team, focusing on transactional matters. You will provide advice on a broad range of non-contentious IP issues, including M&A, equity capital markets, spin-outs, investment rounds, restructurings, joint ventures, licensing, collaborations and financings. Experience in regulatory matters within a transactional context would be an advantage.
This role offers you the chance to work with clients across a range of industries, tackling complex legal issues and delivering commercially focused solutions that align with their strategic goals.
About the Firm
This leading international law firm is recognised for its strength in intellectual property and transactional work. With a diverse client base spanning innovative start-ups to global corporations, the firm provides commercially focused legal advice on complex, high-profile matters. It offers a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where lawyers can develop their expertise and contribute to a dynamic practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with IP and corporate teams on M&A and related transactions involving intellectual property rights
- Conduct due diligence on targets and vendors, providing reports and strategic recommendations
- Draft and negotiate IP provisions in deal documentation, as well as standalone IP agreements such as assignments, licences and collaboration agreements
- Advise on IP structuring within a range of commercial contracts
You
- Strong academic credentials
- Solid transactional experience within a respected IP practice
- Proven ability to manage complex IP matters within a fast-paced, international environment
- A commercial mindset and the ability to provide pragmatic, solutions-focused advice
- A clear understanding of how a commercial law firm operates
- A willingness to contribute to the development of the team and firmwide strategic objectives
Technical Skills Required
- Strong knowledge of IP law across all intellectual property rights
- Excellent drafting skills across a variety of IP agreements
- Ability to identify and mitigate IP risks in transactional contexts
- Experience managing aspects of complex IP matters efficiently and effectively
- Ability to liaise with multidisciplinary teams and international colleagues
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and knowledge sharing within the team
- Business development skills, including maintaining client relationships and identifying opportunities for growth
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