Associate - Transactional IP

Associate – Transactional IP (Mid-Level)

Placed by Fintelligent on behalf of a leading international law firm

Location: London
PQE: 3–5 Years (Mid-Level Associate)
Practice Area: Transactional IP / Intellectual Property
Qualification: England & Wales qualified solicitor

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About the Role

Fintelligent is partnering with a leading international law firm to recruit a Mid-Level Associate into its established London Transactional IP team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded IP lawyer to join one of London’s largest and most active intellectual property departments, working on high-value, IP-rich transactions across a broad range of industries. The successful candidate will advise on complex, cross-border matters including M&A, joint ventures, licensing arrangements, collaborations and strategic investments.

The role offers strong exposure to transactional IP work within a collaborative, high-performing team that works closely with corporate and deal execution teams across the firm.

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What You'll Do

• Provide strategic IP advice in the context of complex transactions, including:
  • M&A transactions
  • Private equity investments
  • Joint ventures and collaborations
  • Licensing and IP exploitation arrangements
  • Restructurings and corporate reorganisations
  • Financing transactions involving IP assets
• Advise on the full range of intellectual property rights, including:
  • Patents
  • Trade marks
  • Copyright
  • Designs
• Conduct and manage IP due diligence in M&A and corporate transactions.
• Advise on IP aspects of SPAs, APAs and related transaction documentation.
• Support corporate and deal teams on IP-heavy transactions.
• Provide general IP advisory support alongside transactional work.
• Draft, review and negotiate complex IP and commercial agreements.
• Contribute to the development and growth of the IP practice.
• Support wider strategic initiatives within the firm.

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What We're Looking For

• Approximately 3–5 years' PQE gained in a leading IP or transactional IP practice.
• Strong experience in IP aspects of corporate and transactional work.
• Proven track record of conducting IP due diligence in M&A transactions.
• Experience advising on IP provisions in SPAs and APAs.
• Strong technical knowledge of intellectual property law.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary deal teams.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive, client-focused approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.

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Compensation

Compensation is highly competitive and aligned with leading international law firm market rates.

In addition to a market-leading salary and bonus structure, the package includes discretionary performance-based bonuses, including additional recognition for business development and client origination contributions.

Benefits typically include flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, enhanced family-friendly policies, wellbeing support and a tailored benefits package.

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Additional Information

The firm operates an agile hybrid working model designed to support flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration.

Associates benefit from award-winning development programmes, including mentoring, coaching and structured technical and business skills training, alongside cross-border collaboration across a global platform.

The firm places strong emphasis on diversity, inclusion, ESG and pro bono contributions, with these areas formally recognised within performance and bonus structures.

The firm is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates.