Head of Legal, IP

Head of Legal, IP

About the Opportunity

We are delighted to be working with an iconic brand on an absolutely key role for the business - Head of Legal for IP. The role will run the IP team for the UK and will require good management and leadership skills.

Being such a key role for one of the most recognised brands in the world, the role will have responsibility for all IP matters, including brand protection and anti-counterfeiting activities. The IP strategy will be global and the purpose of the role is to manage to team’s implementation of this strategy for the geographical area.

The business is keen to embrace AI and are looking for a senior IP specialist who is also open to utilising this tool cautiously and carefully to ideally enable efficiency.

About You

A strong IP brands skillset is key, with hands-on management experience also being required. The ability to work collaboratively with marketing, advertising and innovation teams is also key.

Strong relationship development skills and the ability to work on complex IP matters in a commercial way is also essential.

The role is a key role for this high profile brand and will suit an individual who wants to take on a managerial role, who can lead a team and who has a global mindset.

Given the nature and complexity of the IP work involved, industry experience in FMCG, luxury, retail or consumer brands is key.

This is a rare and unique opportunity for an experienced IP lawyer to join one of the most recognised brands in the world is a very key role for the brand.