Job Description

Assistant Manager Legal
Client Hiring (Experience of working in a manufacturing setup is pref) Department: Legal Position Type: Full-Time Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university.
Additional qualifications such as LLM or Postgraduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) will be an added advantage. Experience
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the field of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), with substantial exposure to:
Anti-counterfeiting investigations, surveillance, and enforcement activities across international markets.
IPR enforcement, infringement litigation support, and brand protection.
Corporate and secretarial legal matters including board governance and regulatory compliance.
Prior experience in the FMCG, manufacturing, or consumer goods sectors is preferred. Key Responsibilities
Support and execute IPR enforcement initiatives, including counterfeit market surveillance and coordination of enforcement actions.
Contribute to anti-counterfeit strategies across regions including Sub-Saharan Africa, China, and the GCC.
Manage interactions with external counsel on trademark infringement cases and brand protection matters.
Conduct investigations and due diligence related to IP infringements.
Draft, review, and negotiate various legal documents and commercial agreements.
Provide legal advice on corporate and international commercial matters.
Ensure compliance with corporate secretarial requirements, including preparation of board documents and records management.
Collaborate with internal departments and international subsidiaries to address legal and compliance needs.
Maintain a structured and efficient legal document management system.
Assist in budgeting and tracking legal expenses.
Engage with government bodies and statutory authorities as needed.
Conduct legal research and present risk assessments to support decision-making. Key Skills & Competencies
In-depth knowledge of IPR law and enforcement mechanisms.
Strong legal drafting and negotiation skills.
Understanding of corporate governance and regulatory compliance.
Proven ability to handle multi-jurisdictional legal matters.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
Self-driven, detail-oriented, and able to work independently

Skills Required