Assistant Manager Legal

Client of NicheHR Global

We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Assistant Manager Legal to join our client's dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the legal framework of a leading company with a significant global presence, particularly in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) enforcement and corporate legal matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and execute IPR enforcement initiatives, including counterfeit market surveillance and coordination of enforcement actions.

• Contribute to anti-counterfeit strategies across regions including Sub-Saharan Africa, China, and the GCC.

• Manage interactions with external counsel on trademark infringement cases and brand protection matters.

• Conduct investigations and due diligence related to IP infringements.

• Draft, review, and negotiate various legal documents and commercial agreements.

• Provide legal advice on corporate and international commercial matters.

• Ensure compliance with corporate secretarial requirements, including preparation of board documents and records management.

• Collaborate with internal departments and international subsidiaries to address legal and compliance needs.

• Maintain a structured and efficient legal document management system.

• Assist in budgeting and tracking legal expenses.

• Engage with government bodies and statutory authorities as needed.

• Conduct legal research and present risk assessments to support decision-making.

Key Skills & Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of IPR law and enforcement mechanisms.

• Strong legal drafting and negotiation skills.

• Understanding of corporate governance and regulatory compliance.

• Proven ability to handle multi-jurisdictional legal matters.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.

• Self-driven, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.