Principal Associate - Commercial Intellectual Property - London
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Summary
Seeking a highly motivated and experienced Commercial Intellectual Property (IP) Lawyer with expertise in the life sciences sector to advise clients on complex IP matters, including licensing, collaborations, regulatory compliance and commercial contracts.
The successful candidate will be responsible for advising on a broad range of IP matters including patent licensing, trademarks, and copyrights. You will draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, such as licensing agreements and R&D collaborations. Additionally, you will guide clients through IP aspects of corporate transactions like mergers and acquisitions.
Candidates must possess comprehensive knowledge of UK and EU IP laws and regulations relevant to the life sciences. Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills are crucial for this role. Additionally, a background in science or experience working with scientific or technical teams is highly desirable, enhancing the candidate's ability to relate to and advise our specialised clientele effectively.
- Commercial IP Law
- Patent Licensing
- Trademarks
- Copyrights
- Commercial Agreements
- Regulatory Compliance
- IP Enforcement
- Life Sciences
Details
Principal Associate - Commercial Intellectual Property - London
Vacancy type
Experienced hires
Scheme
Lawyer
Level
Senior
Business area
Business Services
Duration
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Location
London
Reference number
LD03225
Job title
Principal Associate - Commercial - Intellectual Property - London
Team
Commercial
Vacancy owner
Linzi Durham
Job description
At Browne Jacobson, we’ve always worked across business and society, and this expertise sets us apart. Social and environmental impact are at the top of our business agenda. We champion fairness, make the complex simple and forge connections between clients to find creative solutions. This is how we improve outcomes for every person, community and business we serve.
With offices in Birmingham, Cardiff, Dublin, Exeter, London, Manchester and Nottingham, we’re a UK & I based law firm with an international reach. Our sectors include: health; real estate and construction; education; energy and infrastructure; financial services; government; insurance; manufacturing and industrials; and retail, consumer and logistics.
We nurture talent at all levels and from every background and celebrate what makes people individuals. Law needs all voices to reflect the society it serves which is why all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, social economic background or age.
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role
Are you passionate about the life sciences sector and eager to advance your legal expertise?
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Commercial Intellectual Property (IP) Lawyer with expertise in the life sciences sector. You will play a key role in advising clients on complex IP matters, including licensing, collaborations, regulatory compliance and commercial contracts within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical devices industries.
Role Overview:
The successful candidate will be responsible for advising on a broad range of IP matters including patent licensing, trademarks, and copyrights. You will draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, such as licensing agreements and R&D collaborations. Additionally, you will guide clients through IP aspects of corporate transactions like mergers and acquisitions.
Your role will also involve managing regulatory and compliance issues related to IP in the life sciences sector and handling IP enforcement claims and dispute resolutions. Staying updated with legal and industry developments to provide the most current and effective advice is crucial. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure legal strategies are aligned with business objectives is also a key part of the role.
What we are looking for
The ideal candidate will have a wealth of experience in commercial IP law with significant emphasis within the life sciences sector. A demonstrated proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex IP and commercial agreements is essential. Candidates must possess comprehensive knowledge of UK and EU IP laws and regulations relevant to the life sciences. Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills are crucial for this role. Additionally, a background in science or experience working with scientific or technical teams is highly desirable, enhancing the candidate's ability to relate to and advise our specialised clientele effectively.
This is a unique opportunity to help build a commercial IP team dedicated to the life sciences sector with the aim of working with new and existing clients who operate within the life sciences industry.
What we can offer
We are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment, offering professional development and career advancement opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a competitive salary and benefits package.
If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with strong commercial insights, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of IP law within the life sciences industry. We look forward to hearing from you!
Note to agencies:
We request that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs unless specifically instructed to do so by the recruitment team. Please be aware that any speculative CVs sent by agencies without direct invitation from the recruitment team will not be recognised as represented by the agency and will be considered a gift.