Associate - Commercial / Life Sciences in Birmingham

Our IP, IT and Commercial team is looking to hire a solicitor with ideally at least 3 years’ PQE. The role would be based in the Cambridge or Birmingham office and would involve working with clients in a variety of sectors, but with a focus on the life sciences sector.

The successful candidate will provide business-oriented advice, and will act for SMEs, larger PLCs, multi-national enterprises as well as start-ups, research institutes, charities and spin outs. They will draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, and will provide a full range of IP and commercial and regulatory advice to clients based locally, and further afield in the wider UK sector and internationally including in the US.

The firm operates a hybrid agile working policy allowing employees to work from home (or another UK location) for up to 50% of their time. Individuals can also apply for other flexible working options either at the time of recruitment or during the course of their employment.

Responsibilities

The team prides itself on working closely with clients as a trusted advisor for commercial and IP work, and in some cases as an external resource for over-flow of in-house work. In-house experience can therefore be helpful but is not a requirement. As such the ideal person will thrive on close client contact and will relish the exposure to quality client contact right from the start. Through our work you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the life sciences sector, working with clients at the cutting edge of scientific research, in a friendly close knit-office environment.

Penningtons Manches Cooper takes an active role in organisations that support the tech and life sciences communities, both on a local level, such as One Nucleus, and internationally through its membership of international law firm networks, and has strong links to IP and tech specialists outside the UK. Engaging in business development activities will also be an important part of the role.

Essential & Desirable Criteria

Excellent academics combined with proven experience in intellectual property and commercial work, will be required, along with an interest and experience in working in Life Sciences commercial and IP transactions. In return, Penningtons Manches Cooper offers excellent training and career development in a collegiate environment.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact Emily.Green@penningtonslaw.com.