Qualified Trade Mark Attorney
Bristol, London, Sheffield, or Warwick

About Us

Withers & Rogers is one of Europe’s largest dedicated intellectual property law firms, with offices across the UK, Paris and Munich. Established more than 130 years ago, we remain as passionate as ever about making intellectual property work to our clients’ best advantage. Today, our clients include many renowned, innovative organisations from across Europe, North America, and Asia.

We believe that our patent and trade mark attorneys, support, and operations staff have a breadth of expertise and a depth of specialist sector knowledge that is second to none. Our purpose is building trusting relationships and our vision is to be an independent, responsible, sustainably profitable, and globally focused firm, known for building trusting relationships.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a recently qualified Trade Mark Attorney to join the firm's Trade Mark team. This is a great time to join our successful, supportive firm and develop your career.

The Role

As a Trade Mark Attorney, you will be tasked with managing a portfolio of IP on behalf of clients, providing advice on the appropriate IP protection and undertaking registration activities.

You will advise and assist with trade mark and design disputes and infringements and follow disputes through to prosecution where required.

Your role will also include:

- Dealing with trade mark oppositions, cancellations, renewals and other maintenance issues
- Reviewing portfolios for potential acquisitions
- Assisting with due diligence exercises
- Business development

About You

To join us as a Trade Mark Attorney, you will need:

- To be a fully qualified Trade Mark Attorney, ideally with at least 1-3 years post-qualification experience
- A strong degree
- Proven experience in oppositions, cancellations, invalidity actions before the UKIPO and EUIPO
- Impeccable written English and first-rate communication skills
- Thorough knowledge of Trade Mark law and practice
- An eye for detail with excellent accuracy and consistency
- A track record of building rapport with clients and developing new business

Your Rewards

- Competitive salary
- Benefits such as healthcare cash plan and additional holiday purchase scheme
- Flexible working options
- Enhanced Parental Leave options
- Positive and welcoming work environment

We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to broaden their knowledge, challenge themselves and share their ideas.