Senior Intellectual Property Advisor

3 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa AFRIZAN Full time

AFRIZAN is recruiting a Group Legal Advisor to provide expert intellectual property solutions, legal advice, and opinions across their business entities. This role works closely with the Head of Group Compliance, Legal & Market Conduct and collaborates with internal units and external IP law firms.



Main Responsibilities:


  1. Manage the IP portfolio and handle commercial agreements, ensuring all legal documentation aligns with POPIA and mitigates potential risks.
  2. Offer strategic legal advice and opinions on IP and contractual matters to support business goals.
  3. Prepare comprehensive legal reports on a quarterly and annual basis.
  4. Support litigation processes, statutory interpretation, and compliance within the financial services and insurance sectors.


Requirements:


  • Have an LLB (required) and LLM (preferred), with 5+ years post-admission experience in IP law, litigation, and contract management within financial services.
  • Have strong skills in legal drafting, research, advisory, and negotiation.
  • Have in-depth knowledge of IP and contract law, coupled with excellent communication skills.


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