Senior Associate – Intellectual Property (Non-Contentious (ORJ921956520) Bristol, England

Salary: GBP95000 - GBP110000 per annum

Senior Associate – Intellectual Property (Non-Contentious) – Bristol – 6+ years PQE

Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working Available)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time

Salary: £80,000 to £100,000 

Chadwick Nott is recruiting on behalf of a top-tier ranked IP team for a Senior Associate to join their Bristol office. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on cutting-edge, high-profile matters with leading commercial and public sector clients, in a culture that values innovation, excellence, and collaboration. 

The Role

You’ll be joining a nationally recognised Intellectual Property team, advising on the development, structuring, and exploitation of IP rights. Responsibilities include:

  • Drafting and negotiating IP transactions including licensing, assignments, and franchising
  • Advising on IP ownership structures and audits
  • Supporting R&D, collaboration agreements, and joint ventures across academic and private sectors
  • Providing strategic input on broader commercial transactions involving IP
  • Working with high-profile clients across retail, food, tech, and energy sectors
  • Collaborating with a team of over 20 IP lawyers, including senior contacts in Bristol

 Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified lawyer with:

  • 6+ years PQE in non-contentious/transactional IP matters
  • Strong technical expertise and commercial awareness
  • Excellent drafting and client communication skills
  • A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for innovation
  • Registration with the SRA or Law Society of Scotland

 Working Arrangements

The firm offers flexible working arrangements, including full-time or part-time options. Hybrid working is supported, with a strong team presence in the Bristol office. 

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:

  • A comprehensive reward package
  • Opportunities to work on nationally and internationally recognised projects
  • Inclusive culture with employee-led networks
  • Support for career development and progression
  • A commitment to diversity, accessibility, and wellbeing

 If you're ready to take your IP career to the next level and work with some of the most exciting clients in the sector, we’d love to hear from you. 

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