IP Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive – Exeter

Overview

In Exeter, join a collaborative commercial IP team to advise on a broad IP workload for a diverse client base. You will handle contentious and non-contentious matters, supporting clients in protecting and monetising IP assets while linking related data protection, e-commerce and technology issues. The role offers exposure to varied projects and opportunities for development within a respected regional firm. You’ll work closely with partners and senior lawyers in a supportive, growth‑oriented environment.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Structured training and ongoing professional development
• Genuine opportunities for career progression

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of contentious and non-contentious IP matters
• Advise on trade mark and design registrations from application to protection and enforcement
• Draft and negotiate licensing agreements and assignments
• Advise on copyright issues and IP ownership disputes
• Support clients in protecting, commercialising and maximising IP assets
• Advise on related matters including data protection, e-commerce and technology issues
• Assist Partners and senior lawyers on more complex commercial transactions

Key requirements

• Solicitors or Chartered Legal Executives with at least 3 years’ PQE
• Strong background in Intellectual Property law
• Experience handling both contentious and non-contentious IP matters
• Knowledge of trade marks, designs, copyright, licensing and assignments
• Ability to manage own caseload confidently
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex legal issues clearly
• Experience building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Interest in networking, profile raising and business development activities

• Strong communication
• Client relationship management
• Business development orientation
• Trade marks
• Designs
• Copyright

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