via reed · 25 May 2026 ·12 days ago

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Associate / Senior Associate – IP, Data & Contracts

Location: Edinburgh

Job Type: Full-time

Reed are currently working with a market leading Legal firm who are looking to recruit an Associate or Senior Associate to join their IP, Data & Contracts (IPDC) team in Edinburgh. This role offers a diverse and challenging workload in a supportive environment, ideal for a candidate with a proactive and positive attitude.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Provide comprehensive IP, commercial contract, and data protection advice to our entrepreneurial client base.

  • Handle e-commerce, data protection, IP advisory, and commercialisation matters.

  • Draft and report on contracts across a variety of sectors.

  • Work independently, managing direct client interactions with senior support available as needed.

  • Collaborate as part of the IPDC team, taking responsibility for key tasks and contributing to team objectives.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Ideally 4+ years PQE, ideally within IP, technology, data protection, or commercial contracts but all levels of PQE will be considered

  • Excellent communication skills and a confident, positive attitude.

  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

  • Proven capability in handling complex legal matters related to IP, data protection, and commercial contracts.

  • Experience in client management and direct client interaction.

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Agile working options.

  • Annual bonus scheme.

  • BUPA healthcare.

  • Commission for new client wins.

To apply for this, please submit an up to date copy of your CV or get in touch with Zoe King for more information.

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