Legal Advisor - Intellectual Property

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a dedicated Legal Advisor specializing in Intellectual Property (IP) to join its legal team in Kimberley. You will manage and protect the company's IP assets, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and advise on related agreements and disputes.

The successful candidate will draft and prosecute IP applications, provide strategic IP guidance, and translate complex IP concepts into practical business advice to support innovation and competitive advantage.

Qualifications

• Experience in intellectual property law and advisory.
• Ability to draft and prosecute IP applications.
• Strong understanding of IP-related agreements and disputes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the IP portfolio for the company.
• Draft and prosecute IP applications (patents, trademarks, copyrights).
• Advise on IP-related agreements and disputes and translate complex IP concepts into business advice.

Skills

IP law

Legal advisory

Portfolio management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Legal Advisor specializing in Intellectual Property (IP) to join their legal team in Kimberley, Northern Cape. This role is essential for managing and protecting the company's valuable IP assets, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. You will be responsible for IP portfolio management, drafting and prosecuting IP applications, and advising on IP-related agreements and disputes. The position requires a keen understanding of IP law and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business advice. This role is based in Kimberley and offers a significant opportunity to contribute to the innovation and competitive edge of our client. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IP law and a proactive approach to safeguarding intellectual property.