Remote IP Counsel - Global Tech Strategy

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Premium medical coverage

Retirement savings

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced In-House Counsel specializing in Intellectual Property to lead our global IP strategy from a remote location across South Africa. You will safeguard patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets while guiding risk management and strategic use of IP assets.

The role requires 6+ years in IP law, admitted attorney status in SA, and expertise in licensing, due diligence, and disputes.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in intellectual property law, including prosecution and litigation.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex IP agreements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company’s global IP strategy.
• Manage patent, trademark, and copyright filings and registrations.
• Conduct IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions and partnerships.
• Draft, review, and negotiate IP licenses, joint development agreements, and NDAs.
• Advise business teams on clearance, freedom-to-operate, and infringement risks.
• Manage IP disputes, including litigation and opposition proceedings.
• Protect trade secrets and confidential information; train internal teams on IP awareness.
• Stay updated on global IP law trends and developments.
• Collaborate with R&D, marketing, and business development to align IP with business goals.

Skills

IP strategy

Contract negotiation

Litigation knowledge

Legal analysis

Education

Admitted Attorney, High Court of South Africa

Tools

IP management software

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced In-House Counsel specializing in Intellectual Property to lead our global IP strategy from a remote location across South Africa. You will safeguard patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets while guiding risk management and strategic use of IP assets.

The role requires 6+ years in IP law, admitted attorney status in SA, and expertise in licensing, due diligence, and disputes.