Intellectual Property Solicitor

Company: William James Recruitment
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Location: Oxford
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Opportunity for an Intellectual Property Solicitor – Oxford

Intellectual Property Solicitor – Senior Associate – Oxford Up to 90,000 + Benefits

A well-established, Legal 500-ranked law firm with a thriving Corporate & Commercial team is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property Solicitor to join their Oxford office.

This is a strategic growth hire – the firm is currently turning away IP work and is ready to invest in building out a dedicated IP offering. You’ll have the chance to lead and shape a new service line, working alongside respected lawyers and a strong client base.

Responsibilities

  • Handle a broad range of IP matters, including:
  • Trade mark registration, portfolio management, and enforcement.
  • Copyright advice, licensing, and infringement disputes.
  • Design rights and protection strategies.
  • IP commercialisation – licensing, franchising, joint ventures, and R&D agreements.
  • IP aspects of corporate transactions and M&A.
  • Domain name disputes and online brand protection.
  • Cease and desist actions and litigation support.

What’s on offer

  • A platform to build and grow your own IP practice
  • Collaborative environment with cross-referral opportunities from Corporate & Commercial team
  • Full support from leadership to develop the service line
  • Oxford location – a hub for innovation, tech, and life sciences

Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor with 7 Years PQE in IP law (contentious and/or non-contentious)
  • Able to bring a client following or strong referral network
  • Entrepreneurial, strategic, and ready to take ownership of a new offering

Benefits

  • 30/32 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (Senior Associate/Director Level)
  • Agile Working Policy
  • Free Parking
  • Death in Service
  • Remote Working
  • Long term absence cover for serious diseases
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private Healthcare and Life Assurance

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

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About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. xwzovoh We work with a variety of top-tier clients including a range of Legal 500 firms.

Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Legal

Industries

  • Legal Services and Law Practice

Posted: April 1st, 2026