Legal Counsel – IP

Legal Counsel – IP

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Dr. Martens plc

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead global brand protection strategy and manage enforcement against counterfeits.
  • Company: Join the iconic Dr. Martens team, a brand with over 60 years of cultural impact.
  • Benefits: Empowering work environment, diverse culture, and opportunities for personal growth.
  • Other info: Be part of a values-driven business that celebrates individuality and creativity.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on brand value and consumer experience in a dynamic setting.
  • Qualifications: Postgraduate IP experience and strong communication skills are desirable.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

Dr.

Martens is more than a brand - it’s a global icon with over 60 years of attitude, heritage, and cultural impact.

We’re a thriving, values‑driven business powered by diverse thinkers, bold doers, and people who bring their whole selves to work.

If you’re ready to make your mark, you’re in the right place.

At DM, our values guide everything we do: Be Yourself , Act Courageously , Show You Care .

They’re not just words - they’re how we turn passion into progress.

WHERE YOU SIT As our Legal Counsel – IP you’ll be part of the Legal team working closely with brilliant people across the business.

You’ll be right at the heart of fast‑moving projects that shape how we show up for our consumers - today and tomorrow.

WHERE YOU CONTRIBUTE This role plays a pivotal part in driving our consumer centric strategy .

Everything you do will help elevate the DM experience - whether you’re enabling teams, improving processes, influencing decision making, or crafting moments that matter for our consumers around the globe.

You’ll help us push boundaries, raise the bar, and keep the spirit of DM alive in everything we deliver.

Core Accountabilities Brand protection leadership: Lead global brand protection strategy (online/offline), manage team and vendors, and oversee enforcement against counterfeits and lookalikes across key marketplaces, platforms and social media.

IP advisory postgraduate IP and in‑house experience desirable.

Technical able to translate IP risks into practical, commercially aligned actions that protect brand value.

Influential helping us to speak authentically to our consumers.

We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves.

Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included whatever the role in the Dr.

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Dr. Martens plc

Contact Details:

Dr. Martens plc Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Legal Counsel – IP

Intellectual Property (IP) Law
Brand Protection Strategy
Team Management
Vendor Management
Enforcement Against Counterfeits
Risk Assessment
Commercial Alignment