INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ATTORNEY

Staff Unlimited Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Unlimited Recruitment is seeking a Junior Intellectual Property Attorney in Pretoria, South Africa. The role focuses on trademark prosecution, patent support, and IP transactions, with a strong emphasis on client counsel and protection of rights.

Ideal candidates hold an LLB with IP coursework and 1–3 years of PQE, along with SA High Court admission. A demonstrated interest in SAIIPL exams is a strong plus for the team.

Qualifications

• LLB degree required, with IP law courses preferred.
• 1–3 years PQE as an associate in an IP firm or department.

Responsibilities

• Trademark Prosecution: conducting searches, filing, and managing portfolios.
• Patent Work: assisting with patent searches, drafting, and filing processes.
• IP Transactions: drafting licensing agreements and confidentiality agreements.
• Litigation Support: assisting with infringement cases, oppositions, and domain name disputes.
• Client Management: advising clients on securing and enforcing IP rights.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Excellent writing

Education

LLB degree

Job description

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ATTORNEY - JUNIOR

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Trademark Prosecution: Conducting searches, filing, and managing trademark portfolios.
• Patent Work: Assisting with patent searches, drafting, and navigating the patent application process.
• IP Transactions: Drafting licensing agreements, technology transfers, and confidentiality agreements.
• Litigation Support: Assisting with infringement cases, oppositions, and domain name disputes.
• Client Management: Advising clients on securing and enforcing intellectual property rights.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: An LLB degree is required, often with specialized courses in intellectual property law.
• Experience: 1-3 years of PQE (Post-Qualification Experience) as an associate in an IP firm or department.
• Registration: Admission as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa is typically required.
• Specialization: Demonstrated interest in, or completion of, SAIIPL (South African Institute of Intellectual Property Law) exams is a major advantage.
• Skills: Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and excellent writing skills.