INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ATTORNEY - JUNIOR

Recruiter:

Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd T/A MPC Recruitment Group EC

Job Ref:

2759803906

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ATTORNEY - JUNIOR

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Trademark Prosecution: Conducting searches, filing, and managing trademark portfolios.
Patent Work: Assisting with patent searches, drafting, and navigating the patent application process.
IP Transactions: Drafting licensing agreements, technology transfers, and confidentiality agreements.
Litigation Support: Assisting with infringement cases, oppositions, and domain name disputes.
Client Management: Advising clients on securing and enforcing intellectual property rights.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education: An LLB degree is required, often with specialized courses in intellectual property law.
Experience: 1-3 years of PQE (Post-Qualification Experience) as an associate in an IP firm or department.
Registration: Admission as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa is typically required.
Specialization: Demonstrated interest in, or completion of, SAIIPL (South African Institute of Intellectual Property Law) exams is a major advantage.
Skills: Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and excellent writing skills.

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