Senior Associate IP Patent Litigation London

CMS UK Greater London, England, United Kingdom

About The Role

We have an exciting new opportunity for an Associate specialising in Patent disputes to join our London team as part of the ongoing growth of our IP practice, particularly within the Tech & Media and Life Sciences sectors. Our 300 strong full‑service IP practice is a genuine one‑stop‑shop providing prosecution, litigation and licensing. The team is staffed with solicitors, barristers, patent attorneys and trade‑mark attorneys who work alongside specialist practice managers and patent and trade‑mark paralegals. We act for leading companies in the Technology, Media & Communications, Life Science & Healthcare, Automotive, Consumer Products, Energy and Mechanical Engineering sectors. The work includes UK litigation as well as coordination of multi‑jurisdictional litigation globally, with litigation taking place before the General Court, Court of Appeal, High Court, IP Enterprise Court and UKIPO. It is an exciting time to join the team, with significant growth planned. The role will be working within a team of first‑class associates and partners.

About You

We’re looking for a strong IP litigator who is interested in focusing on patents (however, we would also be interested in those looking for a broader IP litigation spread). The team is rapidly growing so this role would suit someone who wants to be part of an exciting dynamic team. The candidate would ideally have gained experience of patent litigation at a well‑respected firm, particularly in technology and/or life sciences. Previous studies/qualifications within the fields of electronics, engineering, biology, chemistry or pharmacology would also be an advantage (but not a necessity). We are recruiting at the 6 PQE+ level. Due to the role being client‑facing you will need to have confidence, sound judgment, good interpersonal and consultancy skills and a proactive drive to take on responsibility.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)
• Flexible, hybrid working policy
• Generous bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days holiday (rising to 28 days with service)
• Holiday exchange scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Reasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.