NQ Intellectual Property Solicitor

Company: CapeClarke
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Location: Leeds
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you join a respected national practice in Leeds to support a leading IP team handling a broad mix of copyright, trademarks, patents, and related rights. You will work on both non-contentious and contentious matters for clients across multiple sectors, with a clear path for growth and internal promotion. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to business development. The role offers a premium package and a strong culture of advancement.

Pay / Benefits

  • top of the market package
  • opportunity for advancement within the firm
  • ambitious, supportive culture

Responsibilities

  • support the IP team on non-contentious and contentious matters (copyright, domain names, patents, design rights, trade marks, confidential information, database rights)
  • advise clients across industries including retail, financial services, transport, utilities, pharmaceuticals and engineering
  • work with multinational plc and regional clients
  • participate in business development and client relationships
  • contribute to the firmA0“promotion from within” culture

Key requirements

  • NQ solicitor with a passion for intellectual property
  • experience at a respected national, regional or City firm in IP, Commercial and/or IT work
  • healthy attitude towards business development
  • business development mindset
  • ambition
  • strong communication
  • IP law expertise: copyright, trademarks, patents, design rights, domain names
  • knowledge of non-contentious and contentious IP practices
  • due diligence and confidentiality handling

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Posted: October 1st, 2026