Patent Litigation Associate

Job Title: Patent Litigation Associate (3-7 PQE)

Overview

Hunter Savage is delighted to partner with a prestigious international law firm in their search for a talented Patent Litigation Associate to join their expanding London Intellectual Property team. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-profile, complex, and often cross-border patent disputes, particularly within the technology and life sciences sectors. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic, commercially focused legal advice while contributing to the growth of a highly regarded practice.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Role

• High-Quality Work: Engage in complex, high-value patent litigation with an international focus.
• Career Growth: Join a growing London IP team with clear opportunities for career progression.
• Competitive Package: Enjoy a market-leading salary and comprehensive benefits.

The Role

As a Patent Litigation Associate, you will:

• Manage and support UK patent litigation cases, including technical analysis, evidence preparation, and strategic case management.
• Advise clients on patent enforcement, validity, infringement, and freedom-to-operate matters.
• Collaborate with US and European colleagues to coordinate multi-jurisdictional disputes.
• Provide advice on a range of intellectual property rights, including trade marks, copyright, designs, and confidential information.
• Support transactional and advisory IP work as required.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to the firm’s business development initiatives.
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers, fostering their professional growth (for senior candidates).

The Person

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Qualification as a solicitor (England & Wales) or barrister, with a strong academic background.
• 3-7 years’ PQE in patent litigation, ideally gained at a leading international or specialist IP firm.
• A technical or scientific background (e.g., life sciences, chemistry, engineering, physics, or computer science) is highly desirable.
• Experience with other IP rights (e.g., trade marks, copyright, designs) is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle technically complex matters.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills, coupled with a commercial and strategic mindset.
• A collaborative, proactive approach and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

The Reward

• Competitive Salary: Reflective of experience and market standards.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including private healthcare, pension contributions, and wellness initiatives.
• Career Development: Clear pathways for progression within a growing team.
• International Exposure: Opportunities for cross-border collaboration and secondments.
• Inclusive Culture: A supportive and high-performing team environment that values diversity and innovation.

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