Our City firm client is looking for a mid-senior level Associate to join the highly regarded and long-established team in London. You will be expected to apply your IP knowledge to assist clients, across a range of technically complex industries, to reach commercial solutions to the legal issues which they face. As a member of one of the largest departments in the London office, the individual will be expected to: Advise on the full range of IPRs, with a particular focus on patent litigation in the life sciences sector. Apply their experience to provide a first-class litigation service to the firm's clients. Assist the IP Partners to develop the practice. Support the strategic objectives of the firm. Candidates will have a very strong academic background, with a degree preferably in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular and/or Cellular biology (or similar), as well as strong technical knowledge of IP law. Proven experience in handling complex life sciences patent litigation is essential. In addition, candidates will be expected to demonstrate: Flexibility, supporting cases across a broad range of IP litigation issues and jurisdictions. The ability to manage aspects of complex IP matters at an appropriate level, working efficiently and effectively alongside the Partners. An appreciation of client needs and priorities. Knowledge of key areas of the law, by providing clear, precise, practical drafting and advice. The ability to liaise effectively with other fee earners within the group, and also to liaise and coordinate with fee earners from other relevant disciplines and jurisdictions as required. Delegation and supervisory skills where appropriate. The willingness and ability to support business development activity, creating and maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities. For a confidential chat about this, or other roles which we are handling, please contact Laura Klass. Please note that where a level of preferred experience or qualification is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience. Jameson Legal acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.