Remote IP Counsel: Protect & Grow Global IP Portfolio

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office allowance

Tech support

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an astute Legal Counsel specialized in Intellectual Property to join a fully remote legal department. You will safeguard patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, advise on IP strategy, and handle IP-related transactions and disputes from anywhere.

The role calls for strong drafting, negotiation, and portfolio management skills, with 7+ years of IP law experience and an ability to operate effectively in a remote, international context.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in intellectual property law.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate IP-related agreements.
• Experience managing IP portfolios and handling IP disputes or litigation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive IP protection strategies for innovations and brands.
• Manage registration, maintenance, and enforcement of patents, trademarks, and other IP rights globally.

Skills

IP law

Portfolio management

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Education

LLB/JD

Tools

IP databases

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an astute Legal Counsel specialized in Intellectual Property to join a fully remote legal department. You will safeguard patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, advise on IP strategy, and handle IP-related transactions and disputes from anywhere.

The role calls for strong drafting, negotiation, and portfolio management skills, with 7+ years of IP law experience and an ability to operate effectively in a remote, international context.