Associate - Intellectual Property Lawyer

NEW | Intellectual Property Associate – 3–6 PQE | International Firm | London

Tech, life sciences, and commercial IP work at global scale

A leading international law firm in London is looking to hire a talented Intellectual Property Associate (3–6 PQE) to join its established and growing IP practice.

The team advises on a broad spectrum of contentious and non-contentious IP matters, with particular strength in the technology, life sciences, and digital sectors. This is a chance to work closely with a well-known partner in the space, in a role that blends cutting-edge advisory work with strategic IP litigation and transactional support.

The role:

• Advise high-profile clients on patent, trade mark, copyright, and design right matters
• Get involved in complex cross-border IP disputes, often involving parallel actions in multiple jurisdictions
• Support high-value transactions with IP due diligence and risk analysis
• Collaborate with colleagues across TMT, antitrust, corporate, and regulatory teams
• Work on IP strategy for fast-growth and multinational clients navigating digital transformation

Key experience required:

• 3–6 years’ PQE in intellectual property, ideally with exposure to both contentious and transactional work
• Experience with tech and/or life sciences clients is highly regarded
• Strong technical background and confidence handling complex issues under pressure
• Excellent communication and client handling skills
• Common law qualified (England & Wales or equivalent)

The opportunity:

• Work under a highly regarded IP partner with a reputation for high-end, cross-border work
• Join a tight-knit team within a global platform
• Exposure to blue-chip clients and major international matters
• Strong internal collaboration and mentoring
• Competitive salary and long-term progression within the firm

Contact:

For a confidential discussion, please contact James Cockerill at Taylor Root on jamescockerill@taylorroot.com or message directly via LinkedIn Messager.