Trade Marks Attorney (Associate)

Duties and responsibilities

Preparing and drafting of correspondence including responses to client enquiries, quoting, routine correspondence, accounting enquiries in accordance with client standing instructions
Dealing with urgent matters and client requests
Coordinate Trade Marks clearance projects conducting searches and international screening and formal counsel searches
Prepare and file Trade Mark applications, including electronic filings with follow through to Prosecution and registration
Coordinate with Africa Partners on clearance, filing, and prosecution matters: oversee processing of vendor invoices for payment, and prepare reporting letters to client.
Providing opinions and quotes on the registerability of Trade Marks in Africa and international territories
Effect portfolio transfers and manage multi-client portfolios
Prepare and file Powers of Attorney and letters of instruction
Assist in Trade Mark filing strategy discussions and due diligence
Report official actions
Address and assist with Classification queries
Updating client standing instructions and A&A’s records

Do research
Candidate Profile

The ability and drive to progress
Leadership skills
Commitment
Academic excellence
Enthusiasm and creativity
Integrity and a zero-tolerance for negative intent
Excellent communication skills
Ability to attract and generate work
Requirements
Skills and knowledge

Computer literate in Microsoft Word
Excellent language skills (good command of English, both written and verbal)
Must understand the debiting procedures
A meticulous, responsible person with a sense of urgency, who is able to prioritise duties
Attention to detail is essential
A conscientious, loyal and dedicated person, with the ability to think laterally
Someone with a professional attitude
Ability to give clear instructions to a secretary
Prepared to work long hours where necessary
Ability to work independently and under supervision
Ability to handle the pressure of having to cope with large workload
Knowledge of relevant Acts – e.g. Trade Marks Act
Willingness to learn
Qualification/s

Admitted attorney
Trade Marks Prosecution experience
Qualified Trade Marks Practitioner or busy with SAIIPL exams
Experience of working in an IP firm (Intellectual Property) will be highly advantageous
The number of years working as an Associate and experience will determine whether a permanent contract or fixed term contract will be offered to the successful candidate.

Work Level
Middle Management
Type
Contract
Salary
Market Related
Duration
9 - 12 Months
EE Position
Yes
Location
Pretoria


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