Our Client, a large Law Firm with an well established footprint in Africa, is eager to speak to an experienced, proactive and professional Candidate Attorney with Patents experience to take on an exciting role at their Cape Town office. Your agreement drafting and excellent analytical skills along with a wide knowledge of Trade Mark law will stand you in good stead in attaining success with this highly respected concern.

Duties and responsibilities include but will not be limited to:

Timeous execution of client instructions
Attending to legal research
Maintaining office files
Drafting patents specifications (according to experience)
Preparation of Designs

Skills and knowledge

Good agreement drafting skills
Computer literate in Microsoft Word
Fully conversant in English
Excellent writing skills
Ability to work under pressure while keeping calm
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, use initiative and be able to work on several matters at a time
Good communication skills
Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
Excellent analytical skills
Willingness to learn and become efficient and effective towards responsibility
Problem solving abilities
Very dedicated individual
Strong administrative skills
Qualification/s

Technical / Engineering Degree
At least 3 year Practical Patent experience
Legal qualification and litigation experience would be an advantage
Completion of PEB examinations will be an advantage
A wide knowledge of Trade Mark law will be an advantage
Interest in product design and development

If you meet the above criteria and are looking to "Fast Forward Your Career" apply now or call us for a confidential chat.

Please note: Should you not be contacted by a consultant within a two week period after applying, please consider your application as unsuccessful on this occasion.