Legal Counsel

Objective Personnel

📍 Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South-Africa

Full-time Other-General Posted March 01, 2026

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 u...