Solicitor - Commercial IT/IP

Commercial IT/IP – Central London – 4+ PQE

Our Client, a well-established, Legal 500 and Chambers ranked law firm based in Central London are looking to add to their numbers with the appointment of a Commercial Contracts Lawyer.

The Firm

Known for the work carried out on complex high-profile matters, each team within the firm has a reputation for excellence and are all ranked highly in both the Legal 500 and Chambers Partners.  Each department comprises some of the UK’s leading transactional and disputes lawyers enjoying a reputation for being innovative and ground-breaking on the work they do. Many cases have an international element, enabling the firm to have a global approach with strategic partnerships in place with law firms scattered around the world.

The Team

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market leading Commercial & IP team which is focused primarily on the sports, tech, media and creative industries. We are looking for an associate to work alongside the lead partner of the department.

This role is likely to appeal to someone who has a proven interest and focus in non-contentious commercial and IP work and is seeking a platform for long term career development as part of an established team operating within a highly profitable, long established and reputable London firm.

The firm’s working environment is very “hands on” and a sound commercial sense and ability to handle clients is essential. 

The Individual

The successful individual for this role you should be between 4 and 6 years PQE. The role is extremely varied and will provide exposure to a broad range of commercial, intellectual property, IT and sports work.It is also essential that you are pro active individual with a ‘can do’ attitude, used to working well under pressure autonomously, or as part of a friendly team. 

Candidates should possess relevant proven commercial drafting experience and proficiency in Tech and Digital matters.  An understanding of brand protection and commercial rights strategies would be advantageous.  Whilst close supervision and support at partner level is fundamental, candidates should be able to manage files and use their own initiative.  Candidates will need to be ambitious with a desire to develop their career and continue to grow this successful practice area.

Whilst it is inevitable that working long hours may be required from time to time, the team also do all they can to promote a positive work life balance and flexible working as and when required.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a very well regarded  practice in Central London.  For more information, please call Marc Jones on 020 7813 6298, or 07545 641 832. Alternatively, email marc@onelegalrecruitment.co.uk.