Role Overview
We are seeking a junior associate to join our Intellectual Property Transactions and Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity team in London. Successful candidates will be either a September 2026 newly qualified associate or up to one post‑qualification year (PQE) associate.
Key Qualifications
- A strong understanding of intellectual property concepts and commercial contracts
- Excellent technical ability and a genuine enthusiasm for technology transactions
- Experience of, or exposure to, technology transactions and IP licensing
- A solid grasp of supply, services and software agreements
- Experience of commercial and IP due diligence; exposure to data protection and privacy matters would be advantageous
- Excellent drafting, analytical, written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in technology‑driven businesses and emerging technologies, including AI and digital platforms
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast‑paced, collaborative and international environment
- Curiosity and proactivity to develop across a wide variety of commercial technology matters
- An industry‑immersed mindset with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues
Application Notes
We are not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies for this role. Unsolicited CVs received will be treated as direct applications, and no agency fee will be payable.
Equal Opportunities
Goodwin is committed to providing equal opportunities in all aspects of employment. We recruit, develop and promote on the basis of merit and ability, and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Goodwin is a disability‑inclusive employer. Please contact us if you require any disability‑related adjustments during the interview process, or would like to have a confidential conversation with a member of the recruitment team.
