Legal Counsel

Executive Placements; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced legal professional in Johannesburg to manage intellectual property law. The successful candidate should have over 8 years of experience in patent law, with strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include guiding IP development, managing the IP portfolio, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. This role offers an opportunity to shape the company's legal strategies proactively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Law (LLB) or equivalent.
• At least 8 years' experience in patent and design law.
• Knowledge of litigation processes.

Responsibilities

• Guide IP development in projects aligning with strategic goals.
• Manage the company's IP portfolio through its lifecycle.
• Develop and implement the IP strategy using trademarks.

Job description

Qualification

Bachelor of Law (LLB) or equivalent

Engineering qualification (Electronics / Electrical) would be advantageous

Requirements

At least 8 years' experience in patent and design law, and general intellectual property law, contract law, and regulatory compliance.

Knowledge of litigation processes.

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Duties

Guide IP development in technical projects to ensure the company's intellectual property aligns with strategic goals and is well-protected throughout its lifecycle.

Manage the company's IP portfolio, from identification to the end of the lifecycle, ensuring that all IP assets are properly registered, maintained, and enforced.

Develop and implement the company IP strategy, including the use of marketing instruments such as trademarks to protect and promote the company's brand.

Formulate and execute efficient offence and defence legal strategies to safeguard the company's interests.

Responsible for the effective management of legal department.

Develop, implement, and review all company policies to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and laws.

Monitor the ever-changing legal landscape, proactively implementing measures to ensure the company remains compliant with new regulations.

Conduct regular audits of the entire contracts portfolio to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.

Draft, review, and approve contracts to ensure they are legally sound and align with the companys strategic goals.