Overview Our international Intellectual Property practice totals over 70 lawyers in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. We are at the forefront of Intellectual Property law and advise on all aspects of contentious and non-contentious intellectual property, including patents, brands and trade marks, designs, domain names, copyright, database rights, confidential information, privacy, merchandising and licensing. In London, IP matters are handled by our dedicated Intellectual Property practice group. The group comprises leading patent litigators, many with technical backgrounds, that have unrivalled experience of litigating patents before national courts (including at appeal and supreme court level) and the European Patent Office in technical fields such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, telecommunications, electronics, chemicals and engineering. We have been at the forefront of changes in patent law and practice for over 40 years, for example advising on the establishment of, and the rules governing, the Unified Patent Court in Europe. Many of our practitioners continue to lead the way by advising on parallel litigation in the UK and UPC. Examples of specific areas of our expertise include: conducting and co-ordinating national and multi-jurisdictional patent litigation obtaining interim injunctions oppositions and other matters before the EPO and national patent offices opinions on patent validity and infringement customs detention strategies advising on corporate transactions and funding/investments where patents constitute significant assets The role We are seeking an Associate or Supervising Associate to join our leading and growing Intellectual Property group in our London office. This will provide a great opportunity to work alongside our existing patent litigation partners, all of whom are listed in the main directories as leading practitioners in their fields. We are looking for patent litigation associates with around 2-4 years’ PQE. Ideally applicants would have some background in the Life Sciences sector and there will also be opportunities to work on high-profile patent litigation and technology-focused IP litigation in other sectors. Any applicant will need to be dynamic and motivated by the challenges of working on high quality, multi-jurisdictional and cutting edge matters. This is a great opportunity to join a tightly-knit, collaborative international team that is committed to providing on-going support to its lawyers in their career development within the firm. What you’ll need Excellent academics. Ideally the candidate will have between 2 - 4 years’ post qualification experience in Patent Litigation, which will have been gained at another leading City practice. Strong client focus with an ability and willingness to get actively involved in marketing and business development. Commercially driven. Able to work effectively as part of a diverse and inclusive team. Excellent organisational skills with an ability to manage multiple matters. Flexibility and a willingness to work additional hours on occasion as required. Why Simmons & Simmons? Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society and the planet. We also ensure that everyone’s voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. You’ll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible. Some key information: We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution. Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences). We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands. We bring together the best legal advice from our established legal teams with non-traditional capabilities via Simmons & Simmons Solutions that enhance, expand and differentiate the Simmons offering. We are proud to rank as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility. We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers. We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture. All UK offices have their own artwork collections – including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists. We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our Business Plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm. Equal opportunities: We are committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion within our firm and to ensuring equal employment opportunities. We believe that this commitment creates a vibrant and rewarding work environment. We are therefore committed to: Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families. Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require. Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs. We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues. More information about these networks can be found in the D&I Information booklet that candidates are sent when invited to interview We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We are looking for individuals who are passionate and eager to learn and grow with us. Your unique experiences and perspectives could be a great addition to our team.