At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide strategic legal counsel on diverse IP matters for local and international businesses.
- Company: Join Mills Oakley, a top 5 Australian law firm with a collaborative ethos.
- Benefits: Flexible working, health support, learning opportunities, and fun social events.
- Other info: Enjoy a positive work environment with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the dynamic field of intellectual property law.
- Qualifications: 3-8 years’ PQE in IP law with strong expertise in trade mark law.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 5 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and talented Associate/Senior Associate level lawyer (3-8 years’ PQE) to join our Melbourne Intellectual Property team working with partners Lisa Egan and Joanna Lawrence and the broader team. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking to work on a diverse range of intellectual property (IP) matters and act on behalf of local and international businesses across a broad range of industries. You will provide strategic legal counsel to our clients, helping them safeguard and enforce their IP assets and navigate the complex landscape of IP law. You will work on a range of IP matters including providing brand strategy advice, managing trade mark portfolios, drafting agreements, advising on copyright, design and confidential information protection and enforcement, and general IP advice and dispute matters.
Who We Are Looking For
- Between 3-8 years’ PQE in IP law. Relevant in-house experience may also be considered.
- Strong expertise and experience in trade mark law and practice, including advising on registrability and availability of trade marks, prosecution and managing large portfolios.
- Experience in advising on copyright, confidential information and misleading and deceptive contact claims.
- Experience in IP disputes (including oppositions and removal actions), enforcement and litigation matters.
- Excellent written communication and drafting skills with strong attention to detail.
- Strong client and matter management skills.
- A commercial and pragmatic approach to problem solving.
- The ability to take ownership of matters while working collaboratively within a team.
What We Offer
Mills Oakley is committed to providing a positive work environment which supports the career goals, health, well-being of its employees.
- Learning & development - We recognise how important it is to develop the technical expertise and knowledge of law and practice required to be an excellent IP lawyer. We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the tools and opportunities needed to help you realise your full potential.
- Work from home / flexible working opportunities in accordance with our policies.
- Support for your health - Employee Assistance Program, flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance.
- Support for your wellbeing - discounted gym memberships, end-of-trip shower and locker facilities, Positive Living @MO events.
- Social events - table tennis tournaments, trivia night, footy tipping competitions, monthly after work drinks, fundraisers for community causes.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Other amazing perks!
Intellectual Property Associate/Senior Associate in Melbourne employer: Mills Oakley
Mills Oakley is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture, providing lawyers with the opportunity to grow their careers in a dynamic environment. Located in the heart of Sydney, our firm offers flexible working arrangements, competitive benefits, and a commitment to professional development, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally while working on impactful legal matters.
