IP Lawyer (Trademarks)

Company: Manufacturing company based in the UAE Work Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (On-site / hybrid)

Responsibilities:

• Full management of trademark registrations worldwide.
• Monitoring application statuses, ensuring timely communication with trademark offices and external advisors.
• Coordinating work with local IP consultants, including requests, responses, timelines, and documentation.
• Conducting legal risk assessments and providing recommendations on trademark registration and protection strategies.
• Preparing and filing documents, maintaining the companys trademark portfolio and internal IP records.
• Monitoring potential infringements, tracking conflicts, and preparing initial responses/oppositions.
• Providing legal support to marketing and product teams regarding brand usage, potential conflicts, and proper rights clearance.
• Developing or improving internal procedures related to IP management and ensuring compliance.

Requirements:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Law.
• At least 2 years of experience in intellectual property (experience in a law firm is a strong advantage).
• Hands-on experience with trademark registrations and collaboration with foreign IP advisors.
• Solid understanding of international procedures (Madrid System, national filings, etc.).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to handle multiple simultaneous processes.
• Ability to independently build and maintain an effective trademark management system.
• English proficiency sufficient for professional communication with foreign consultants and authorities.

Our client is looking for someone who:

• Can fully own and manage all trademark-related matters within the company.
• Is proactive and capable of developing a long-term trademark protection strategy, not just handling routine filings.
• Can work autonomously, manage deadlines, and maintain processes without constant supervision.
• Is ready to streamline and optimize IP workflows within the organization.

We offer:

• The opportunity to build and shape the companys IP function or enhance the current processes.
• Work in a stable company with its own product line.
• Focused scope of work: primarily trademarks and related matters.
• Competitive compensation (to be discussed with successful candidate).
• Supportive team and management.

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