Intellectual Property Lawyer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, disability, and retirement/bro

Professional development and IP confer

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a specialized Intellectual Property Lawyer for a fully remote role to protect and manage the company’s IP portfolio. You will advise on patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and handle related agreements and disputes across global markets.

The ideal candidate is an experienced IP attorney with a strong technical background who can thrive in a collaborative remote environment and guide cross-functional teams in R&D, marketing, and product development.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with IP specialization and high court status.
• Minimum 6 years of proven IP law experience in prosecution, transactions, and disputes.
• Strong technical background in STEM is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop IP protection and enforcement strategies globally.
• Conduct IP due diligence for acquisitions, partnerships, and licenses.
• Draft, review, and negotiate IP licenses, assignments, and R&D agreements.
• Manage patent and trademark application and prosecution processes.
• Advise on IP compliance, infringement risks, and dispute strategies.
• Provide opinions on freedom-to-operate analyses.

Skills

IP law

Patent & Trademark

Dispute resolution

Remote work autonomy

Analytical skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court

6+ years IP law experience

Job description

Our client is building a cutting-edge remote legal team and is seeking a specialized Intellectual Property Lawyer to manage and protect its valuable IP portfolio. This role is crucial for advising on patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters, as well as managing IP-related agreements and disputes. You will work closely with R&D, marketing, and product development teams to identify, secure, and enforce IP rights. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong technical background and extensive experience in IP law, capable of thriving in a fully remote, collaborative environment. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape and safeguard the company's intellectual assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights globally.
• Conduct IP due diligence for potential acquisitions, partnerships, and licensing opportunities.
• Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related agreements, including licenses, assignments, and R&D collaborations.
• Manage the patent and trademark application and prosecution process.
• Advise on IP compliance, infringement risks, and dispute resolution strategies.
• Conduct freedom-to-operate analyses and provide opinions on IP matters.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court with a minimum of 6 years of specialized experience in Intellectual Property law.
• Strong technical background (e.g., in STEM fields) is highly advantageous.
• Proven experience in IP prosecution, transactions, and litigation support.
• In-depth knowledge of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret law.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively and autonomously in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure tailored for a remote IP specialist.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge IP matters and shape company strategy.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, disability, and retirement benefits.
• Allowance for professional development and IP conferences.