Remote Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property Focus

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote IP-focused Legal Counsel with 7+ years in Intellectual Property law. The role requires managing patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and advising on IP strategy from anywhere in the world.

The candidate will handle IP licensing, litigation, and due diligence, while staying current with global IP laws and trends. Strong drafting and negotiation skills, and autonomous remote work capability are essential.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with 7+ years in IP law.
• Experience in patent, trademark and copyright internationally.
• Experience in IP licensing, IP litigation and due diligence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive IP strategy for the company.
• Manage registration, prosecution, and maintenance of IP assets globally.
• Advise on patentability and freedom-to-operate issues.
• Draft and negotiate IP-related agreements including licensing and technology transfer.
• Conduct IP due diligence for acquisitions and partnerships.
• Represent the company in IP disputes, including litigation and proceedings.
• Monitor competitive IP landscape and provide training on IP best practices.

Skills

IP law

Patent law

Trademark law

Copyright law

IP licensing

IP due diligence

Negotiation

Drafting

Remote work

Education

South Africa Attorney admitted to High Court

Tools

IP portfolio software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative technology firm at the forefront of its industry, is seeking a highly skilled Remote Legal Counsel with a strong specialization in Intellectual Property (IP) law. This position is entirely remote, offering unparalleled flexibility to work from your chosen location. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and protecting the company's valuable IP assets, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. This role is critical for safeguarding our client's competitive advantage and fostering innovation. You will advise on IP strategy, manage IP-related agreements, and handle IP disputes. As a remote-first professional, you must be highly organized, proactive, and adept at digital collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive IP strategy for the company.
• Manage the registration, prosecution, and maintenance of patents, trademarks, and copyrights globally.
• Advise on patentability and freedom-to-operate issues.
• Draft and negotiate IP-related agreements, including licensing, technology transfer, and confidentiality agreements.
• Conduct IP due diligence for potential acquisitions and partnerships.
• Represent the company in IP disputes, including litigation and administrative proceedings.
• Monitor the competitive landscape for potential IP infringements.
• Provide training to internal teams on IP best practices.
• Stay current with global IP laws and trends.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with a minimum of 7 years of experience, with a significant focus on Intellectual Property law.
• Proven expertise in patent, trademark, and copyright law, both domestically and internationally.
• Experience in IP licensing, IP litigation, and IP due diligence.
• Strong understanding of technology-related IP issues.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional drafting and negotiation abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage a remote workload efficiently.
• Experience with IP portfolio management software.
• A degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science) is highly advantageous.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a substantial degree of work-life balance and autonomy. Our client provides an industry-leading salary, comprehensive benefits including medical aid and a retirement fund, and performance-based bonuses. You will be at the core of protecting and leveraging cutting-edge innovations. Opportunities for professional growth and development are abundant. The role allows you to contribute to a dynamic and forward-thinking company from the comfort of your own home.