Legal Counsel

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

Qualification

  • Bachelor of Law (LLB) or equivalent
  • Engineering qualification (Electronics/Electrical) would be advantageous
Requirements
  • At least 8 years' experience in patent and design law, and general intellectual property law, contract law, and regulatory compliance.
  • Knowledge of litigation processes.
  • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Duties
  • 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 company 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.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1584679
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned