Intellectual Property Solicitor, Manchester

Intellectual Property Solicitor – Senior Associate 5+ PQE – Manchester

A leading Legal 500 national law firm with a standout UK reputation is looking for an Intellectual Property Solicitor to join its growing Manchester team. You will work with a high-quality client base across sports, fashion and consumer brands, advising on complex IP disputes and litigation matters within a dynamic and commercially focused practice.

This Intellectual Property Solicitor role in Manchester offers the opportunity to work closely with highly regarded partners on high-value matters, while taking ownership of your own caseload and developing your profile within a collaborative and entrepreneurial team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Intellectual Property Solicitor in Manchester to progress within a fast-growing and supportive environment.

The Role:

• Advise on a broad range of IP disputes including trade marks, passing off, copyright and design rights
• Manage your own caseload with direct client exposure and responsibility
• Support on complex litigation matters working closely with partners
• Act for high-profile clients across sports, fashion and consumer brands
• Mentor and support junior lawyers within the team
• Provide commercially focused, practical advice aligned to client objectives
• Contribute to business development and client relationship initiatives
• Collaborate within a highly engaged, down-to-earth and entrepreneurial team

The Candidate:

• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in intellectual property law
• Strong experience handling IP disputes and litigation matters
• Technical expertise across trade marks, copyright, passing off and design rights
• Commercially minded with a pragmatic and client-focused approach
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members
• Enthusiasm for business development and building client relationships
• Collaborative and personable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced team

The Benefits and How to Apply:

• Competitive salary with regular review
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension
• Structured career development and progression
• Supportive, inclusive and collaborative working culture
• Opportunity to work on high-profile IP matters in Manchester

Apply in the strictest of confidence

Dominika Holda, Recruitment Consultant (Commercial & IP)

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