Remote Senior Legal Counsel - Tech & IP

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Remote; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonus

Global health benefits

Remote work

Growth opportunities

Cutting-edge IP projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Legal Counsel with a strong focus on Technology and Intellectual Property to join a globally distributed, fully remote team. You will provide strategic guidance on software licensing, data privacy, IP protection, and digital transformation initiatives for an international business.

The role requires advising on SaaS contracts, cloud arrangements, and cross-border compliance (POPIA, GDPR, CCPA), while enabling product development with pragmatic legal insight.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with focus on technology and IP.
• Experience drafting complex tech contracts and IP licenses.
• Strong knowledge of global IP laws and data privacy regimes.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on technology transactions including SaaS agreements, software licensing, and cloud computing.
• Develop strategies for protecting and enforcing intellectual property portfolio.
• Advise on data privacy and security to ensure compliance with global regulations (POPIA, GDPR, CCPA).
• Support product development teams with legal guidance on new technologies and services.
• Draft, review, and negotiate technology contracts and IP licenses.
• Manage IP disputes and coordinate with external counsel when needed.

Skills

Technology Law

Intellectual Property

SaaS agreements

Data privacy

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Senior Legal Counsel with a strong focus on Technology and Intellectual Property (IP) law to join their globally distributed team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for providing strategic legal guidance on all technology-related matters, including software licensing, data privacy, IP protection, and digital transformation initiatives. This role requires a proactive individual who can navigate the complexities of technology law and contribute to the company's innovation and growth on an international scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal counsel on technology transactions, including SaaS agreements, software licensing, and cloud computing arrangements.
• Develop and implement strategies for the protection, management, and enforcement of the company's intellectual property portfolio (patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets).
• Advise on data privacy and security matters, ensuring compliance with global regulations such as POPIA, GDPR, and CCPA.
• Support product development teams by providing legal guidance on new technologies, features, and services.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex technology-related contracts and IP licenses.
• Manage and resolve IP disputes and litigation, working with external counsel as needed.

Requirements

• Admitted attorney with a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience, specializing in Technology Law and Intellectual Property .
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, particularly SaaS and IP licenses.
• Strong understanding of global IP laws and practices, including patent, trademark, and copyright law.
• In-depth knowledge of data privacy regulations and cybersecurity best practices.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure, reflecting extensive experience and specialization.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package applicable globally.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and industry engagement.
• The flexibility and autonomy of a 100% remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and IP matters with a leading organization.