Administrative Intellectual Property Assistant

Saba Intellectual Property; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Saba Intellectual Property in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced IP attorney to support legal matters for clients' intellectual property rights. You will advise on trademark opposition, clearance, licensing, and contract reviews; coordinate with external lawyers for litigation; prepare reports and client correspondence.

The role requires a Bachelor of Laws and at least five years in IP, with UAE residency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent.
• UAE resident.
• 5+ years of experience in intellectual property.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients with queries related to IP matters.
• Manages trademark opposition and related hearings.
• Prepares daily client correspondence and reports.
• Provides translation services for documents as needed.
• Conducts trademark clearance work and draft reports.
• Coordinates with external lawyers for litigation.
• Manages notary public office tasks.
• Drafts and reviews licensing, franchising, assignment, and JV contracts.
• Prepares annual audit reports for clients.

Skills

IP Law

Trademark

Litigation Support

Client Advisory

Education

LL.B. or equivalent

Job description

Provides support in handling legal matters related to intellectual property rights of the company’s clients.

Duties/Responsibilities

Assists clients with queries related to legal matters concerning intellectual property rights

Manages trademark opposition and counterstatement cases, including legal assessment, client advisory, claim/defense preparation, and representation at hearings

Prepares daily correspondence and reports for clients

Provides translation services for documents as needed

Conducts trademark clearance work, including common law searches, draft clearance reports, and client advisories

Coordinates with external lawyers to handle litigation and court cases, ensuring appropriate follow-up

Manages tasks with UAE notary public offices efficiently

Drafts and reviews various intellectual property-related contracts, such as licensing, franchising, assignment, and joint ventures

Prepares annual audit reports for clients regarding legal matters handled by the company

Skills/Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent

UAE resident

5+ years of experience in the legal field, preferably in intellectual property