Kerry Sharp
About Kerry Sharp
Kerry Sharp is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in life sciences and intellectual property law, currently serving as the SVP General Counsel.
SVP General Counsel at Bird and Bird
Kerry Sharp has taken on the role of Senior Vice President and General Counsel at the IP niche firm Bird and Bird. This position involves overseeing all legal matters within the organization, guiding the firm on compliance issues, and providing legal expertise in intellectual property cases. Bird and Bird is known for its focus on IP-related legal services, making Sharp's extensive background in the field a significant asset.
Legal Career at Innovision, Research and Technology plc
Kerry Sharp served as the sole counsel at Innovision, Research and Technology plc. In this capacity, Sharp was responsible for all legal matters within the company, providing comprehensive legal support and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. This role required vast expertise in various legal disciplines including intellectual property and commercial law.
Regional Counsel, Europe at Broadcom Inc.
Kerry Sharp held the role of Regional Counsel for Europe at Broadcom Inc. During this tenure, Sharp oversaw legal activities across European operations, ensuring that the company adhered to regional legal standards and regulations. This role involved managing a team of legal professionals and addressing a wide range of legal issues pertinent to the technology industry.
Educational Background in Biotechnology
Kerry Sharp graduated from Imperial College with a BSc. Hons in Biotechnology. This academic background provides a strong foundation in the life sciences, which has been beneficial in Sharp's subsequent legal work, particularly in the areas intersecting biotechnology and intellectual property law.
Legal Qualification and Career Beginnings at Linklaters
Kerry Sharp is qualified as an English solicitor and began their legal career at the esteemed magic circle firm, Linklaters. This initial phase of Sharp's career involved gaining foundational legal experience and expertise, which would prove invaluable in specialized fields such as intellectual property and life sciences.
Commercial IP Partner at Pennington's Manches LLP
At Pennington's Manches LLP, Kerry Sharp functioned as a commercial IP partner and co-head of the life sciences practice area. Sharp's responsibilities included advising on various life sciences transactions such as licensing and collaboration agreements, IP exploitation and strategy, regulatory advice, and technology transfer agreements. This role highlighted Sharp's deep understanding of both intellectual property and the life sciences sector.