In-House Commercial Counsel

Your new company
P2i is the global leader in liquid repellent nanotechnology and a technology solutions provider. For the past decade, our research and development team have been perfecting P2i's unique technology. Our patented pulsed plasma process delivers ultra-thin hydrophobic nano coatings on entire 3D products, which provide the highest levels of liquid repellency from humidity and weather, to splashes and spills and even accidental submersion. We are the only company in our sector who are proven in mass production, and have years of experience integrating our technology into manufacturing lines and providing world class service and support. Our commercial expertise and proven success in mass production across multiple market sectors is unparalleled. P2i have an entrepreneurial spirit coupled with a portfolio of world renowned clients, offering a stimulating and innovative place to work.

Your new role
This job opportunity exists to work closely with our Group In-house Counsel on all aspects of our legal services to both internal and external customers across our global nanotechnology business, with a particular focus on APAC (China and Taiwan). Working closely with the Group In-house Counsel in our Milton Park office in Oxfordshire you will work on a wide variety of commercial contracts that include but are not limited to: NDAs, IP licenses, review and drafting of supplier contracts, consultancy agreements, agency agreements etc. From time to time, additional support around data protection, regulatory work, corporate support and IP management may also be required.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified solicitor 3-5+ PQE with proven commercial contracts experience (NDAs, IP licenses, review and drafting of supplier contracts, consultancy agreements, agency agreements etc) ideally working for an international company, dealing with cross-border issues (particularly in APAC is desirable). You will work on a number of key accounts independently within the team supported by both internal and external counsel. Must have:

• Qualified Solicitor 3-5+ years PQE (gained within either Private Practice or In-house)
• Commercial Contracts experience (NDAs, IP licenses, review and drafting of supplier contracts, consultancy agreements, agency agreements etc.)
• IT /Technology sector experience
• APAC experience
• Data Protection

Desirable:

• Patents
• APAC language skills
• Worked for international company
• Experience with cross-boarder issues (particularly asia)
• Intellectual Property portfolio management
• Chemistry sector experience
• Experience with cross-boarder issues (particularly asia)

What you'll get in return
A collaborative, supportive and intellectually stimulating place to work. A very competitive salary and benefits package. This business are always keen to develop their people and invest a lot into their staff. This is a permanent position.

What you need to do now
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