Associate (0 - 5 years' PQE) - Intellectual Property & Technology

About the Role Join our market-leading Intellectual Property and Technology (IP&T) team in Birmingham as an Associate. This role targets 0-5 years' PQE and offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of IP and technology matters within a collaborative, supportive environment. The Birmingham office is part of a global firm and benefits from flexible working options designed to support your life and career goals. What You'll Do

• Advise clients on digital transformation and information technology contracts.
• Advise on the application of technology to clients' products and services (e.g., connected vehicles, online trading platforms, and new "as a service" models).
• Engage with artificial intelligence-related matters.
• Handle strategic commercial contracts, including supply chain and outsourcing.
• Advise on IP protection and exploitation strategies.
• Support the Corporate team in respect of M&A transactions.
• Work cross-office domestically and internationally as part of an integrated IP&T practice. What We're Looking For
• 0-5 years' PQE in IP & Technology or related fields, with an interest in technology, intellectual property and commercial transactions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; client-focused mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively across offices and teams in the UK and internationally.
• Proactive, pragmatic problem-solver with a commercial approach. Nice to Have
• Interest or experience across sectors including information technology, automotive, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, supply chain, outsourcing, telecoms, financial services (including pensions), energy, advertising, media, food & drink, retail, pharma and life sciences, and sports/entertainment.
• M&A exposure or experience is a plus. Compensation & Benefits
• Flexible working options and a supportive workplace culture, wellbeing initiatives, and development programmes to support personal and professional goals.
• Opportunities to work with a market-leading IP&T practice with domestic and international client exposure.