Global IP Counsel: Trademarks, Licensing & Disputes

Aspen Pharma Group; Durban; Presencial; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Aspen Pharma Group seeks an experienced IP lawyer to manage its global trademark portfolio, including filings, renewals and disputes, while providing legal and commercial support on licensing, transactions and compliance.

The role requires strong research, drafting, and negotiating skills with pharma IP experience and the ability to work within a diverse, international legal function and cross-functional teams.

Formación

• Legal degree required with SA admission as attorney.
• Postgraduate IP or trademark qualification preferred.
• Experience managing international trademark portfolios.
• Pharma industry exposure desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Research international trademark searches and prepare opinions on availability.
• Manage the global Aspen trademark portfolio: filing, prosecution, maintenance, renewals.
• Support protection of other IP rights including domain names and designs.
• Draft and advise on IP agreements and licensing; conduct due diligence for transactions.
• Monitor IP risks via watch notices and social media; recommend enforcement actions.
• Keep abreast of IP laws; assess impacts and mitigate risks.
• Contribute to ancillary legal work and cross-functional projects.
• Meet Group Legal KPIs and uphold Aspen values.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IP/trademark knowledge

Staff supervision

Attention to accuracy

Pharma IP exposure

IP process improvement

Educación

Legal degree (LLB)

SA admission as attorney

Postgraduate IP/trademark qualification

Science degree (BPharm/BSc) advantageous

Professional body membership

Descripción del empleo

Aspen Pharma Group seeks an experienced IP lawyer to manage its global trademark portfolio, including filings, renewals and disputes, while providing legal and commercial support on licensing, transactions and compliance.

The role requires strong research, drafting, and negotiating skills with pharma IP experience and the ability to work within a diverse, international legal function and cross-functional teams.