Job Description

Excellent IP role within a global business.
Reporting to the IP Lead in the Swindon office, the successful Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager will support efforts to protect the brand in Europe by managing anti-counterfeiting cases, including serving cease and desist letters. The role requires strong IP experience and knowledge of IP laws and processes.Main Responsibilities:

• Lead anti-counterfeiting enforcement, including co-ordinating raids, issuing cease-and-desist letters and managing litigation to safeguard and strengthen the firm's brand reputation.
• Implement proactive anti-counterfeiting initiatives, such as online marketplace monitoring and collaboration with customs authorities, to detect and prevent counterfeit goods before they reach their customers.
• Manage contracting and licensing matters, including trademark licensing and reviewing IP-related clauses in commercial agreements to ensure compliance and alignment with business objectives.
• Oversee complex, high-impact litigation related to counterfeiting, directing external counsel to mitigate brand risk and achieve favourable outcomes.
• Drive IP awareness by developing and delivering training and guidance to Associates.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external law firms, enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and results.
• Collaborate closely with global IP teams to align strategies, share best practices and strengthen cross-regional co-operation.

Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager8 month contract
A successful Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager should have:

• Strong knowledge and experience in intellectual property law within the manufacturing / engineering space with an emphasis on anti-counterfeiting.
• Ideally be a qualified Trademark Attorney, Patent Attorney or Solicitor in the UK or Europe (not a requisite).
• Proven ability to manage multiple IP matters effectively.
• Experience of litigation and commercial matters.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience in the business services industry is preferred.
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Must have right to work in the UK.

Leading automotive manufacturer near Swindon.

• Competitive daily rate.
• Immediate start required.
• 8 month contract.
• Opportunity to work on a temporary basis in a professional legal department.
• Exposure to intellectual property management within the business services industry.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Hybrid working model with HQ near Swindon (3 days in the office 2 days at home).
• Early finish on Fridays.

Skills Required