Trade Mark Attorney

Job description

Our client, a well‑regarded City law firm, is seeking an experienced Chartered Trade Mark Attorney to join its IP & Commercial team. Working alongside four partners, the successful candidate will handle a broad range of UK and international trade mark matters and work directly with clients across multiple sectors, including retail, technology, media, fashion and consumer products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a full caseload and monitoring all trade mark deadlines
• Advising on filing strategy for trade marks and designs
• Overseeing portfolio management, including applications, renewals, recordals, and dealing with citations, examination reports and watch notices
• Preparing clearance reports, drafting specifications and assignments
• Managing international prosecution via national registries and WIPO
• Handling opposition and cancellation actions, including drafting pleadings, submissions, witness statements and inter partes correspondence
• Coordinating evidence collection and supporting settlement discussions
• Contributing to supervision of junior colleagues and maintaining high standards of accuracy and file management

Applicants should be UK‑qualified (CITMA) with solid experience of trade mark and design portfolio management and experience of having dealt with various trade mark registries. This role will suit those with 3+ years post qualified experience.

This position offers exposure to high‑quality work, a stable and well‑structured team, and clear opportunities for progression

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English