Trademark Partner (f/m/d)

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Trademark Attorney to join our team in Johannesburg at partnership level. Reporting to the managing partner of the firm the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the trademark department of the business.Not only does this role present an exciting opportunity to join a global legal team but also continue to grow a local and regional practice in the trademarks and related IP space. Your ResponsibilitiesManage all aspects of trademark renewals, filings and prosecution practice in South AfricaAttend to trademark litigation mattersAttend to commercial trademark mattersManage trademark renewals practice in OAPI and ARIPOAttend to related IP matters such as unlawful competition, copyright and the likeManage a paralegal team attending to the paralegal aspects of the practiceBe fully involved in the management of the firmActively involved in business development activities and in the growing of the practice in South Africa, into Africa broadly and into MENABeing an active participant in all Dennemeyer group activities when called upon to do so which may include the attendance of local and/or international conferencesYour ProfileLLB or BProc and admitted to practice in South Africa, Additional degrees are an advantageMinimum of 7 years post-qualification experience (law firm experience and/or in house legal advisory)Preferred (not essential): Qualified as a trademark practitioner before the South African Institute of Intellectual Property LawAn ability to manage a team of paralegalsFluent command of EnglishAn enthusiasm for all aspects of business development Join and grow with us! Develop and customize your long-time career within a fast growing multinational companyEnjoy working in multicultural teams and contribute to a diverse and international working environmentOrganize your lifestyle with flexible working hoursTake the opportunity to act independently and entrepreneurial in your area of responsibility and profit from flat hierarchies and short decision-making processesCelebrate success together as one team at our various corporate eventsAttend a tailor-made onboarding program as well as individual training & development opportunitiesContribute through your personality and your daily work to make an impact on our business, corporate culture, society and environment