Ellis-Wake International Limited
Commercial IP Lawyer, South East, Partner Role
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About the Role
NEW to 2026: this 'old school' commercial practice is now in the driving seat in its own locality and the London market, and is able to fish in both ponds. This hybrid role is for a commercial lawyer likely to already be a partner or a 'super duper' associate. You will come straight into the firm as D1P. You will advise on the usual general commercial contracts, from technology contracts and IT and IP agreements to wider transactional matters, ensuring compliance. You will lead from the front as a new partner and draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, IP licenses and assignments. Importantly, you will have strong expertise and interest in BD and have a real want to do it and get under the skin of the local market. Specifically your d2d responsibilities will include managing portfolios of IP rights, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and licensing agreements. Importantly, you will contribute to business development, build and maintain client relationships, mentor junior lawyers, and collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to provide integrated legal services.
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About the Employer
Based in the City of London, Dan qualified as a solicitor in 2003 and is the owner of one of the longest serving legal recruitment agencies in London and the South East of England, Ellis-Wake. He regularly advises his clients on the complexity of the legal market, on their strategic future and is a known 'connector' and 'influencer' in the recruitment market. Dan's experience stretches back to 2004 and he's seen many significant changes in Global and local legal and recruitment markets and has recruited successfully in all of them.
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How to Apply
If this role is of interest please contact Dan Wake (Director) in confidence at dan.wake@elliswake.com or on (+44) 7894 085 790.
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