Intellectual Property (IP) Project Manager 6-month initial contract Hybrid working, based in Gaydon £28ph (Inside IR35) About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM, based in Gaydon, who are seeking an IP Project Manager to join their team Job Description As Project Manager, your main responsibilities are: To support the identification of intellectual property (IP) opportunities, across vehicle, product and brand designs. Governing the IP identification for offboard, digital, branding, events and collaborations etc. Design registrations, trademarks and patents. Ensure that other company's protections are not infringed. Manage the tight timings required e.g. programme management focus. Qualifications / Skills required Industry design knowledge (automotive preferential but not essential) Legal knowledge of intellectual property requirements i.e. design registrations and trademarks Project Management Stakeholder Management Why work through Contechs? Contechs is a strategic partner to the automotive industry, providing innovative design and engineering services to global OEMs, from concept to production. Founded in 1997, Contechs has since established itself as a leading automotive recruitment specialist, recruiting across all disciplines in the product development process. Its dedicated Contractor Care Team plays a pivotal role in providing an effective and successful placement for external employees, supporting them throughout their contract, from pre-placement to contract renewal. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role, please visit our refer a friend page where we offer up to £600 for successful referrals: IF APPLICABLE (UK AND B2B ROLES) *Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU