Website AECI Limited
AECI is a South African based explosive and speciality chemical company focused on providing products and services to a broad spectrum of customers in the mining, manufacturing, agricultural, food and beverage, and general industrial sectors. it has regional and international businesses… read more in Africa,South-East Asia, the USA and Australia. First Floor AECI Place 24 The Woodlands Woodlands Drive Woodmead Sandton
Job Description
Purpose of the job :
To provide strategic leadership in managing and protecting DetNet’s IP Portfolio. To oversee and enhance the contracts portfolio, ensuring all agreements are aligned with the company’s goals, to develop and implement comprehensive legal strategies across all areas of the business; and to ensure regulatory compliance by monitoring legal developments and guiding the company accordingly.
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 DetNet IP strategy, including the use of marketing instruments such as trademarks to protect and promote the company’s brand.
Formulate and execute efficient offence and defence legal strategies to safeguard the company’s interests.
Responsible for the effective management of legal department.
Develop, implement, and review all company policies to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and laws.
Monitor the ever-changing legal landscape, proactively implementing measures to ensure the company remains compliant with new regulations.
Conduct regular audits of the entire contracts portfolio to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
Draft, review, and approve contracts to ensure they are legally sound and align with the company’s strategic goals.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent
At least 8 years of experience in Patent and Design Law, and general Intellectual Property law, contract law, and regulatory compliance
Engineering qualification (Electronics/Electrical) would be advantageous
Knowledge of litigation processes
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Good interpersonal and leadership skills
Thoroughness and attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks
Resilience under pressure and ability to meet tight deadlines
Superior communication skills, both verbally and in writing
A strong commercial acumen and understanding of the business environment
Proficiency in using legal and business tools such as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) and legal research databases
Personal attributes
Organising skills
Problem-solving skills
Results-oriented
Good communication skills
Excellent report writing and presentation skills
Analytical thinking
Innovation
Ability to take initiative
Apply via company website ( http://www.aeci.co.za/ ) or
aeci.erecruit.co