Showing 7 Trade Mark Associate jobs in Gauteng
Trade Mark Associate
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Job Description
Our Trade Mark Prosecution Department (Local and Foreign) has a vacant position for a qualified Attorney. We are looking for a young, energetic, and highly driven candidate to become part of this well‑established and growing practice. The ideal candidate is confident with excellent written and oral communication abilities, the ability to handle multiple priorities, and a good understanding of client needs. If you enjoy trade mark prosecution and have the desire to take your career to the next level, then this is for you. This role represents a great opportunity within a challenging and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting trade mark availability searches in South Africa and abroad;
- Providing substantive advice in relation to brand selection and trade mark protection in South Africa and abroad;
- Attending to all aspects of trade mark prosecution (from filing to registration) in South Africa and abroad;
- Advising on and attending to trade mark recordals in South Africa and abroad;
- Corresponding with clients in a professional and time‑sized manner;
- Managing trade mark prosecution deadlines through the use of the firm’s case management software system;
- Liaising with foreign correspondents and advising clients accordingly in an understandable manner;
- Liaising with CIPC officials;
- Adherence to company policies and client requirements regarding invoicing.
Minimum Requirements
Completed LLB with 2 years of Clerkship served in an IP firm;Admitted Attorney;Knowledge and understanding of Trade Marks;Experience in and ability to do legal research and draft opinions;Fully computer literate on MS Office (Knowledge of Patricia and Elite 3E will be advantageous);Excellent written and oral communication skills and good command of English;Must be able to multi‑task;Able to work independently;Good team player;Good interpersonal skills;Client focused;Able to maintain an orderly working environment;Punctual and reliable;Having passed SAIIPL Group 1 examinations would be an advantage.Trade Mark Senior Associate
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Job Description
Our Trade Mark Enforcement Department has a vacant position for a qualified Attorney. We are looking for a young, energetic and highly driven candidate to become part of this well‑established and growing practice. The ideal candidate is confident with excellent written and oral communication abilities, ability to handle multiple priorities, and a good understanding of client needs. If you enjoy trade mark litigation and anti‑counterfeiting enforcement work including training, search and seizure operations, and multi‑jurisdictional matters and have the desire to take your career to the next level, then this is for you. This role represents a great opportunity within a challenging and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
Drafting legal documents i.e. opinions, contracts, agreements, letters of demand and articles;Monthly invoicing of fees and disbursements;Compilation of quotes;Liaising with clients and agents;Attending consultations with counsel;Day to day running of trade mark litigation and Anti‑Counterfeiting practice;Arranging and delivering brand identification training seminars to Customs and Police authorities across Africa;Coordinating and participating in search and seizure operations to defend clients’ intellectual property rights in multiple African countries;Following up on enforcement actions with rigorous civil and criminal litigation in relation to anti‑counterfeiting.Minimum Requirements
Completed LLB with 2 years of Clerkship served in an IP firm;Admitted Attorney;Knowledge and understanding of Trade Marks is essential as is completion of the trade mark practitioner’s examination;Experience in and ability to do legal research and draft opinions;Fully computer literate on MS Office (Knowledge of Patricia and Elite 3E will be advantageous);Excellent written and oral communication skills and good command of English;Must be able to multi‑task;Able to work independently;Good team player;Good interpersonal skills;Client focused;Able to maintain an orderly working environment;Punctual and reliable;Good work ethics.Intellectual Property Specialist
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Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining copyright compliance, intellectual property (IP) rights and permissions across the publishing business. A thorough understanding of copyright compliance within a publishing environment is a key requirement for this role.
Requirements
A degree in publishing, copyright, or other relevant fieldMinimum of 4 years of work experience, with at least two years in a relevant fieldKnowledge of risk and compliance processesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong research skillsDetail oriented; able to work with a high level of organisation and accuracySound numeracy skillsAn aptitude for detailed contract workAbility to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressureSound knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with database systems is an advantageA collaborative, proactive, and solutions‑driven approachKey Responsibilities
Manage contracts, rights, permissions, and licensing processes through workflowsConduct IP and risk assessments and provide compliance recommendationsReview and manage third‑party content to ensure full copyright clearanceLiaise with external rights holders and suppliers to obtain permissions and maintain accurate recordsSupport audits and legacy rights projectsProvide training and mentorship on copyright and IP processesPromote compliance and best practice in line with company policies and proceduresContribute to the continuous improvement of IP workflows and documentationTrade Mark Secretary
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Job Description
Spoor & Fisher is looking for a Trade Mark Secretary within the TM : Anti‑Counterfeiting Team. The successful candidate will be based in the Centurion office, reporting to the Partner. The ideal candidate should have a keen eye for detail and should be able to attend to general trade mark secretarial duties with a focus on litigation.
Minimum Requirements
MatricA paralegal diploma will be advantageousProficiency in MS Word and MS ExcelExperience in using the COURT ONLINE systemGood command of the English languageA keen attention to detail and accuracyAbility to work independently as well as within a teamA sense of urgency and the ability to work under pressureTaking initiative and being pro‑activeAbility to work on multiple matters simultaneouslyDuties and Responsibilities
Drafting correspondence e.g. affidavits, letters and litigious documents;Maintaining the Section 15 portfolio and records database;Interacting and liaising with various 3rd parties;Diary and deadline management;Processing invoices and managing monthly billing;Updating internal accounts systems;Attending to various other routine and ad‑hoc secretarial / administrative duties.#J-18808-Ljbffr