Intellectual Property Associate Job at Douglas Scott (Greater London)

Associate Counsel, Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law

Complex seeks a New York–based lawyer with 3+ years of experience focused on inb...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

150000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Year

Complex NTWRK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD required from an ABA accredited university
An active member of the New York state bar
3+ years experience as a practicing in-house attorney at a media/production company, merchandise/e-commerce, or relevant law firm experience
Experience with entertainment and digital media transactions including licensing, digital publishing, advertising, content product and content distribution
Strong analytical capabilities and judgment, even when the rules and law are unclear and the issues are of first impression
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Job Responsibility

Merchandise & Licensing: Drafting, negotiating, and managing merchandise licensing agreements
oversight of inbound/outbound co-branded IP licensing
collaborations with consumer brands, retail partners, and manufacturers
and rights clearance
Intellectual Property Rights: Advising on trademark, copyright, publicity rights, brand protection, anti-counterfeiting, and enforcement strategies
managing clearance of logos, names, characters, artwork, and designs for use on merchandise and in co-branded programs
Retail, Distribution & eCommerce: Manufacturing and supply agreements, QC/approvals, safety/labeling basics, wholesale/marketplace/DTC terms (service levels, returns/chargebacks), and fulfillment/reporting
Experiential & Live Events: Draft agreements for pop-ups, festival activations, and on-site retail agreements
Brand Partnerships & Sponsorships: Partner with Sales/Brand Partnerships to structure, draft, and negotiate sponsorship agreements (IOs/CCAs/SOWs, talent attachments)
Structure, draft, negotiate, and manage complex commercial agreements across digital media, entertainment, and publishing, including advertising sales transactions with direct and agency clients

What we offer

Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance
Healthcare FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Commuter Benefits FSA
Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
Paid Parental leave
401k with 4% match
Pet Insurance
Legal and Identity Theft Plans
Vacation time and sick days

Fulltime

Sr. Manager, Intellectual Property Security

The Sr. Manager, Intellectual Property Security is responsible for maintaining t...

Location

United States , Burbank

Salary:

121500.00 - 151000.00 USD / Year

Funko

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years professional experience in IP protection, brand security or related field
Minimum 5 years in entertainment/licensing industry
Bachelor's Degree, MBA, and/or Master’s degree is preferred
Experience working with major entertainment studios (Disney. WB, etc.) and/or working in a licensing, retail, or wholesale consumer environment and understanding related IP protection matters
Experience in developing technical solutions for data protection such as DLP, digital watermarking, etc
Experience evaluating, implementing, and supporting new applications, services, and solutions
Experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining trade secret programs across organizations
Exceptional communication and influencing skills
Experience working with external stakeholders who are both customers and suppliers where there is a commercial relationship to manage
Ability to manage large complex projects and to step into projects already in progress, or in need of rescue, and effectively assume a leadership role

Job Responsibility

Develop in-depth knowledge of Funko’s business model with a focus on licensing, product development and marketing to be able to identify trade secrets associated with licensed assets and the corresponding risk scenarios
Responsible for the protection of Funko and its licensors product-related trade secrets and licensed intellectual property from unauthorized distribution
Maintain the roadmap to deploy information security controls (process and technology) to mitigate risk scenarios associated with licensing intellectual property
Maintain relationships with major entertainment licensors’ security and legal teams to ensure aligned protection strategies
Establish and maintain relationships with 3rd party affiliates in connection with enforcement activities
Support continuous improvement of safe selling techniques and processes with a focus on growing revenue
Maintain security controls for protecting trade secrets and confidential data, including digital assets, throughout the product life cycle
Maintain technical solutions to prevent unauthorized distribution of licensor and other confidential data
Coordinate with IT and Information Security teams to deploy technology solutions that mitigate licensing-related risks
Develop educational materials for employees, vendors and other key stakeholders on proper handling of licensed assets

What we offer

Competitive compensation package with full benefits
401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company
Creative work environment
May be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units

Fulltime

Executive Manager, Intellectual Property

Lead CSIRO’s enterprise-wide IP strategy and commercialisation initiatives. Maxi...

Location

Australia , Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane

Salary:

163000.00 - 180000.00 AUD / Year

CSIRO

Expiration Date

January 18, 2026

Requirements

Relevant tertiary degree, combined with demonstrated achievement in senior IP advisory and managerial roles together with relevant domain expertise
Current registration as a Trans-Tasman Patent Attorney
Demonstrated ability to develop and manage a portfolio of strategic IP relationships, activities, and assets, in line with CSIRO’s Corporate Plan
Demonstrated ability to design and deliver strategic initiatives through own actions, as well as driving alignment across teams, scientists, and customers – delivering results that are impactful and aligned to CSIRO’s Corporate Plan
Demonstrated leadership skills and experience that can be applied to leading a team (including through significant change), engaging the team, and providing a unified goal and strategy for them to align to
Demonstrated experience to build and maintain strong professional and collaborative working relationships across a wide range of disciplines at all levels of the organisation and externally, proactively seek and influence multiple key stakeholders, within a complex and ambiguous environment, to achieve a successful outcome
Demonstrated experience in building a high performing team, providing coaching and development opportunities across the breadth and depth of a complex team that delivers high standards in service delivery as well as technical output, proven ability to hold a team accountable to specified results, as well as creating a culture that fosters innovative problem solving, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing

Job Responsibility

Supporting the Chief Legal Officer in partnering with the Board, the Executive Team and Business Development Directors (in turn, supporting Research Unit Directors) to develop IP and commercialisation strategies and associated business models
Promoting and delivering a highly professional and collaborative approach in dealing with internal and external customers, capturing and executing against the enterprise-wide IP pipeline and Corporate Plan, resulting in financial return and impact from CSIRO’s IP, research and development and commercialisation
Leading IP services and business improvement and change management projects to continually enhance the understanding, effectiveness and efficiency of IP engagement among all CSIRO staff
Executing on CSIRO’s Corporate Plan priorities by ensuring a coherent IP and commercialisation strategy
Developing strong trusted advisor relationships with senior executives and external stakeholders across industry and government
Proactively identifying, guiding, and supporting the conversion of strategic IP and commercialisation opportunities, including leading large and complex commercial projects on behalf of the organisation
Identifying and realising IP capture opportunities

What we offer

15.4% superannuation
Flexible work arrangements
Range of leave entitlements
Career development opportunities

IP Associate

A leading international law firm at the forefront of intellectual property work ...

Location

United Kingdom , Greater London

Salary:

100000.00 - 140000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong academic credentials
Solid transactional experience within an established Intellectual Property team at a respected law firm
Proven ability to handle complex matters within a comparable environment
A desire to work within a truly international law firm
A clear understanding of the structure and operation of a commercial law firm
A commitment to supporting the continued growth and development of the practice
Strong knowledge of substantive IP law across all key rights
Excellent drafting skills across a range of IP-related documentation
Ability to identify and assess IP risks within transactions and provide commercially pragmatic advice on risk mitigation
High responsiveness and ability to perform under tight deal timelines

Job Responsibility

Collaborating with the IP and corporate teams on intellectual property matters within M&A and related transactions
Conducting due diligence exercises on target companies and vendors, reporting on findings and recommendations
Taking responsibility for IP drafting within deal documentation, as well as supporting standalone IP agreements such as assignments, licences, and collaborations
Advising on IP provisions and structuring within a wide range of commercial contracts
Applying IP expertise to assist clients in technically complex industries, delivering practical, commercially focused solutions that align with their strategic objectives

What we offer

Flexible working arrangements
Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development

Fulltime

IP Associate

A leading international law firm at the forefront of intellectual property work ...

Location

United Kingdom , Greater London

Salary:

100000.00 - 140000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong academic credentials
Solid transactional experience within an established Intellectual Property team at a respected law firm
Proven ability to handle complex matters within a comparable environment
A desire to work within a truly international law firm
A clear understanding of the structure and operation of a commercial law firm
A commitment to supporting the continued growth and development of the practice

Job Responsibility

Collaborating with the IP and corporate teams on intellectual property matters within M&A and related transactions
Conducting due diligence exercises on target companies and vendors, reporting on findings and recommendations
Taking responsibility for IP drafting within deal documentation, as well as supporting standalone IP agreements such as assignments, licences, and collaborations
Advising on IP provisions and structuring within a wide range of commercial contracts
Applying IP expertise to assist clients in technically complex industries, delivering practical, commercially focused solutions that align with their strategic objectives

What we offer

Supportive and inclusive work environment
Flexible working arrangements
Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development

Fulltime

IP Associate

A leading international law firm at the forefront of intellectual property work ...

Location

United Kingdom , Greater London

Salary:

100000.00 - 140000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong academic credentials
Solid transactional experience within an established Intellectual Property team at a respected law firm
Proven ability to handle complex matters within a comparable environment
A desire to work within a truly international law firm
A clear understanding of the structure and operation of a commercial law firm
A commitment to supporting the continued growth and development of the practice
Strong knowledge of substantive IP law across all key rights
Excellent drafting skills across a range of IP-related documentation
Ability to identify and assess IP risks within transactions and provide commercially pragmatic advice on risk mitigation
High responsiveness and ability to perform under tight deal timelines

Job Responsibility

Collaborating with the IP and corporate teams on intellectual property matters within M&A and related transactions
Conducting due diligence exercises on target companies and vendors, reporting on findings and recommendations
Taking responsibility for IP drafting within deal documentation, as well as supporting standalone IP agreements such as assignments, licences, and collaborations
Advising on IP provisions and structuring within a wide range of commercial contracts
Applying IP expertise to assist clients in technically complex industries, delivering practical, commercially focused solutions that align with their strategic objectives

What we offer

Flexible working arrangements
Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development

Fulltime

IP Associate

A leading international law firm is seeking an IP Associate to join its Intellec...

Location

United Kingdom , Greater London

Salary:

100000.00 - 140000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong academic credentials
solid transactional experience within an established Intellectual Property team at a respected law firm
proven ability to handle complex matters within a comparable environment
a desire to work within a truly international law firm
a clear understanding of the structure and operation of a commercial law firm
a commitment to supporting the continued growth and development of the practice

Job Responsibility

Collaborating with the IP and corporate teams on intellectual property matters within M&A and related transactions
conducting due diligence exercises on target companies and vendors, reporting on findings and recommendations
taking responsibility for IP drafting within deal documentation, as well as supporting standalone IP agreements such as assignments, licences, and collaborations
advising on IP provisions and structuring within a wide range of commercial contracts
applying IP expertise to assist clients in technically complex industries, delivering practical, commercially focused solutions that align with their strategic objectives

What we offer

Flexible working arrangements
professional growth and development opportunities
supportive and inclusive work environment

Fulltime

IP Associate

A Tier 1 intellectual property firm, renowned for its high-quality service in th...

Location

United Kingdom , Bristol

Salary:

70000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Contentious and/or non-contentious IP experience, managing patent, trademark and copyright disputes and/or commercial IP transactions
3+ years PQE in a well respected IP team
Leadership and mentoring experience, with the ability to guide and develop junior lawyers
A proactive approach to business development and an entrepreneurial mindset, with a strong network and ability to bring in new business
STEM background e.g. Physics, Electrical, Chemistry etc.

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage complex IP litigation cases, including patent and trademark disputes across the UK, Europe, and internationally
Provide expert guidance on technology transfer agreements, IP due diligence, and strategic patent portfolio management
Advise on the intersection of IP law with corporate transactions, including M&A, and handle due diligence processes
Mentor and lead junior associates and trainees, fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking team culture
Build and nurture client relationships, with a focus on growing the firm’s client base across key sectors, particularly life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and technology.

What we offer

A competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for career progression and leadership development
A supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters innovation and professional growth
No unachievable targets
Good work life balance
WFH

Fulltime

Intellectual Property Associate

Douglas Scott

Location:
United Kingdom , Greater London

Category:
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Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
June 25, 2025

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