Commercial / IP Solicitor

Are you an experienced Commercial / IP Solicitor looking to establish your career within a growing city firm? Are you looking to take the next step in your career and become a senior figure in a successful department? If so, this role in Leeds could be for you.
Our client is an up and coming law firm based in the heart of Leeds and are looking to recruit a Commercial / IP Solicitor to support the busy, expanding team. The firm is a relative newcomer to the market, but is led by highly-experienced partners who will really invest in your career development, regardless of which career-stage you may be in.
The firm offers a fantastic working environment to their employees and this is a great opportunity for candidates who are looking to really establish their career in a renowned and growing city firm, working alongside some real specialists in the business. Many of the lawyers within the team and the firm have previously worked at the 'big 6' firms in Leeds, meaning you will be surrounded by a highly-experienced people.
The team is renowned for the comprehensive and in-depth knowledge they provide to their wide ranging clients, as well as their ability to handle complex matters and issues with a modern and practical edge. The firm itself works across a wide range of sectors, including private, public and third sector organisations, however this team largely focuses on private sector work, this blend offers a lot of stability though.
You will be taking on broad and mixed range of IP/IT matters, including advising on outsourcing, procurement, licensing, supply of tech products and services, IT infrastructure and support service agreements on a wide variety of projects. Your clients will include both public and private sector clients and there will be extensive client contact from the outset. This is a really great opportunity to handle some quality work and become a key figure in a well-resourced, inclusive team.
Our client is ideally looking for an someone with 5 or more years' PQE and a real enthusiasm for IT or technology law. Previous experience in drafting contracts and non-contentious intellectual property matters would also be a big plus. A commercially minded individual would be a good fit here, as well as someone who has a keenness for continuous progression and developing existing skills. The firm really values candidates with personality and character and the team is renowned for being friendly and the firm is a genuinely nice place to work.
How To Apply:
If you would like to apply for this Commercial / IP Solicitor role then please contact Rachael Mann or another member or the Private Practice team at Sacco Mann. Alternatively, if this role is not for you but you know someone who could be interested, then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referrals. For full terms, please visit our website.