Trade Mark Attorney - Intellectual Property - Bristol - 1-6 Years' PQE
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid working)
Salary: £95,000 to £165,000 (dependent on experience)
Join one of the UK's most respected international law firms, renowned for its market leading intellectual property practice and its work with some of the world's most recognisable and influential brands. The firm is known for combining deep technical expertise with innovative legal solutions, managing high value global portfolios and advising on complex, multi jurisdictional matters across technology, financial services, media, entertainment, life sciences, consumer products and fashion. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a high performing team where quality, collaboration and forward thinking legal work sit at the heart of everything they do.
The Role
You will advise on a broad mix of UK, EU and international trade mark matters. Your work will include developing brand clearance and protection strategies, managing trade mark prosecution and global portfolios, and handling contentious matters such as oppositions, invalidity and revocation actions. You will also support clients with enforcement work and online brand protection programmes, while working closely with partners and colleagues across the wider IP practice to deliver commercially focused, pragmatic advice to high profile clients.
Candidate Requirements
This position is suited to a Chartered Trade Mark Attorney with 1-6 years' PQE and proven experience advising on UK and EU trade mark matters. You should bring strong academic credentials, excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple matters and portfolios confidently. A commercial, pragmatic approach to client service is essential, along with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a diverse, inclusive team. You should also be comfortable building professional relationships and contributing to business development within a growing international brands practice.
Benefits
The firm offers a highly competitive compensation package, including bonuses, private medical insurance and pension. You will have access to extensive learning opportunities through a global skills academy and benefit from a hybrid working model requiring a minimum of three days in the office, subject to role and client needs. The firm is recognised for its commitment to social mobility and inclusion and offers a vibrant social and sports culture, along with a supportive environment where every voice is valued.
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
