Senior IP Attorney — Tech Innovation & Strategy

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Intellectual Property Attorney in Soweto, Gauteng to safeguard and leverage its IP assets. The role covers patent prosecution, trademark registration, IP litigation support, and strategic IP portfolio development.

Ideal candidates will translate complex technical concepts into robust IP protection strategies, advise on IP risks, and contribute to competitive advantage through strategic IP protection. Based in Soweto, Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Technical degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Chemistry.
• Minimum of 7 years of intellectual property law experience with a focus on patent prosecution and/or trademark management.
• Proven drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Strong understanding of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret law.
• Experience in IP due diligence and IP-related agreements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prosecute patent applications in South Africa and potentially other jurisdictions.
• Oversee trademark registration and enforcement activities.
• Conduct IP due diligence for potential partnerships, acquisitions, and licensing deals.
• Advise on IP infringement risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support litigation efforts related to IP disputes, including patent, trademark, and copyright matters.
• Develop and implement IP policies and procedures for the company.
• Work closely with R&D and product development teams to identify and protect new innovations.
• Draft and negotiate IP-related agreements, such as licensing, joint development, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Monitor the IP landscape and competitor activities.
• Contribute to the overall IP strategy to support business objectives and commercialization efforts.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Intellectual Property Attorney in Soweto, Gauteng to safeguard and leverage its IP assets. The role covers patent prosecution, trademark registration, IP litigation support, and strategic IP portfolio development.

Ideal candidates will translate complex technical concepts into robust IP protection strategies, advise on IP risks, and contribute to competitive advantage through strategic IP protection. Based in Soweto, Gauteng.