Legal Counsel

Neptune; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in intellectual property management in Sandton is seeking a strategic leader to manage and protect their IP portfolio. The ideal candidate will oversee contract management, ensure regulatory compliance, and guide IP development in alignment with the company's goals. Previous experience in legal leadership and a law degree are essential. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on continuous legal and strategic advancements.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing IP portfolios and contracts.
• Strong understanding of legal and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in strategic leadership within a corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Guide IP development in technical projects.
• Manage the company's IP portfolio effectively.
• Develop and implement the DetNet IP strategy.
• Formulate efficient legal strategies for safeguarding interests.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Legal compliance

Contract management

IP strategy development

Education

Law degree

Job description

Overview

Purpose of the job: To provide strategic leadership in managing and protecting DetNet’s IP Portfolio. To oversee and enhance the contracts portfolio, ensuring all agreements are aligned with the company’s goals, to develop and implement comprehensive legal strategies across all areas of the business; and to ensure regulatory compliance by monitoring legal developments and guiding the company accordingly.

Responsibilities

• 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 DetNet 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 company’s strategic goals.