Trade Mark Paralegal

Senior Trade Mark Paralegal | CITMA Qualified | London / Manchester | Top 25 International Law Firm

Are you a CITMA-qualified Trade Mark Paralegal with 5+ years' experience looking to take on greater responsibility for team development and global trade mark portfolios?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded international firm's Brands & Designs practice, advising leading businesses on protecting and managing their intellectual property. With continued investment and increasing client demand, you will help coordinate and develop a team of paralegals while managing sophisticated UK and international trade mark matters.

About the Firm

This Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked international law firm has built an outstanding reputation over its 250-year history, advising HNW individuals, multinational corporations, financial institutions and public authorities across the UK and internationally.

Its full-service expertise spans Financial Services, Energy, Real Estate, Technology, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Private Client and many other practice areas, combining global reach with specialist knowledge to deliver high-quality outcomes on complex matters.

Despite its international footprint, the firm retains a close-knit, collegiate culture, prioritising employee development, wellbeing and collaboration. Guided by its core values of quality, imagination and impact, it encourages innovation, authenticity and meaningful contributions.

With a strong UK presence and expanding international reach, the firm continues to invest in diversity, innovation and flexible working, providing a supportive environment where talented professionals can develop and thrive.

About the Team

The Brands & Designs group forms part of the firm's wider Intellectual Property practice, providing global brand management services to clients across diverse industries.

The team manages UK and international trade mark portfolios for leading clients in professional sport, commercial aviation, health and life insurance, fashion and luxury retail, department stores, price comparison and hospitality.

Its work spans the full trade mark lifecycle, including portfolio management, clearance searches, global monitoring, filing and prosecution, renewals and maintenance. The team also handles third-party disputes, including opposition and cancellation proceedings, helping clients protect and maximise their brands' value.

Combining technical expertise with commercial insight, the team delivers tailored brand protection advice across multiple jurisdictions.

The Role

This role suits a CITMA-qualified Trade Mark Paralegal with 5+ years' experience seeking greater responsibility for team coordination, technical guidance and complex portfolio management.

You will oversee work allocation, support junior colleagues and improve processes while continuing to manage UK and international trade mark matters, ensuring work is delivered accurately and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating the team, allocating work and monitoring deadlines.
• Training and providing technical guidance to junior colleagues.
• Managing UK and international trade mark portfolios across diverse industries.
• Preparing and overseeing trade mark applications, including filing and prosecution.
• Conducting clearance searches and online research using relevant databases.
• Reviewing official communications from trade mark offices and advising on next steps.
• Managing renewals, registrations and ongoing portfolio maintenance across jurisdictions.
• Overseeing billing and administrative processes to ensure efficient matter management.
• Identifying workflow improvements and supporting team efficiency.
• Promoting a positive team culture through communication, feedback and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• CITMA-qualified with at least five years' experience in trade mark or IP law.
• Strong experience managing UK and international portfolios, including filing and prosecution.
• Experience in private practice or an in-house legal environment.
• Previous supervisory, coordination or work allocation experience; formal line management is desirable.
• Strong technical knowledge of portfolio management, renewals, searches and official communications.
• Excellent communication skills, organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage high volumes of work, prioritise deadlines and maintain accuracy.
• Collaborative leadership style, with the confidence to mentor junior colleagues.

• This is an excellent opportunity to progress within an established international practice, combining responsibility for team development with exposure to major global brands and ongoing professional development.

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Sophie Avery at sophie@jmc-legal.com or call JMC Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion.