Trade Mark Attorney - Intellectual Property - Bristol - 5+ PQE

Trade Mark Attorney - Intellectual Property - Bristol - 5+ Years PQE
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (flexible working considered)
Salary: £70,000 to £95,000 (dependent on experience)

A highly regarded UK law firm is seeking an Experienced Trade Mark Attorney (5+ PQE) to join its leading Intellectual Property practice in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work with high profile global brands across retail, food & drink, FMCG, media, and sports & leisure, while contributing to a top tier IP team known for its depth of expertise and collaborative culture.

The Firm

The firm is a respected independent UK practice, recognised nationally for the quality of its work and its supportive, inclusive culture. It has consistently been ranked among the best law firms to work for and holds Platinum accreditation for its commitment to people development and wellbeing. The environment is progressive, professional, and designed to help individuals thrive.

The Team

The wider IP and Media practice includes solicitors at all levels, alongside a dedicated team of qualified Trade Mark Attorneys. The team is ranked top tier in both Chambers and Legal 500 for its ability to handle complex, high profile, and specialised matters.

The practice advises a diverse portfolio of national and international clients, including major household names across multiple sectors. Typical client work includes:

• Global brand protection
• UK and EU trade mark matters
• Strategic IP portfolio management
• High value contentious and non contentious IP work

The Opportunity

This role is based full time in the firm's Bristol office, with hybrid working arrangements available.

You will take a leading role in advising national and international clients on trade mark clearance, protection, enforcement, and strategy. You will work closely with a close knit team of contentious and non contentious IP specialists, contributing to the continued growth of the practice and strengthening long term client relationships.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing global trade mark and design filings
• Advising on contentious registry proceedings
• Developing worldwide filing strategies and liaising with local counsel
• Providing trade mark clearance advice
• Collaborating with colleagues across the wider commercial and IP teams
• Supporting the development of junior team members (where applicable)

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a UK Chartered Trade Mark Attorney with:

• At least 5 years' post qualification experience
• Strong experience in trade mark clearance, protection, and enforcement
• Excellent client care skills and the ability to build trusted relationships
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• Ability to work collaboratively within a high performing team
• Confidence working independently, including when working remotely
• Experience supervising junior colleagues (advantageous)

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.*