Top Tummy Top Belle Ventures is a human resource management company that recruits great talent for business in different sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Intellectual Property Lawyer

Location: Sangotedo, Ajah, Lagos

Job Description

• The Intellectual Property (IP) Lawyer is responsible for managing and protecting the intellectual assets of the organization.
• This role involves advising on trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets, ensuring legal compliance, and defending the company's IP rights.
• The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of IP law and strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities
IP Strategy and Management:

• Develop and implement strategies to protect the company’s intellectual property assets.
• Advise on the creation, acquisition, and maintenance of IP portfolios, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents.

IP Registration and Prosecution:

• Prepare and file applications for trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
• Manage the prosecution process and communicate with patent and trademark offices.

IP Compliance and Enforcement:

• Monitor for potential infringements and take legal action to enforce the company’s IP rights.
• Manage IP disputes, including cease-and-desist letters, litigation, and settlements.

Contract Drafting and Review:

• Draft and review IP-related contracts such as licensing agreements, confidentiality agreements (NDAs), and assignment agreements.
• Ensure contracts protect the company's IP interests and comply with relevant laws.

Legal Advisory:

• Provide counsel to internal teams (e.g., R&D, marketing) on IP-related matters.
• Advise on open-source software compliance and third-party IP usage.

Due Diligence:

• Conduct IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships.
• Assess the value and risks of IP assets during business transactions.

Training and Education:

• Educate employees on IP policies and best practices.
• Develop internal guidelines to ensure compliance with IP laws.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law.
• 3 years of experience specializing in intellectual property law.
• Experience in technology is preferred.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of IP laws, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication abilities.
• Familiarity with IP management tools and databases.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.