Trademark Registration Manager

Company Description

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Manage trademark registration service
• Handle end-to-end trademark registration processes (filing, prosecution, renewals, assignments, and recordals).
• Conduct trademark availability searches and provide legal opinions on registrability and risks.
• Draft and file trademark applications (national, regional, and international, including Madrid Protocol).
• Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating IP-related agreements, such as licensing agreements, distribution agreements, coexistence agreements, and related commercial IP contracts.
• Manage office actions, objections, oppositions, cancellations, and appeals.
• Maintain accurate records and reports of trademark portfolios.
• Keep updated with local and international IP laws and regulations.
• Liaise with trademark offices, clients, and international associates.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must have over 15+ years of experience in the trademark registration.
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB)
• Master’s in Intellectual Property / or a related field preferred
• Minimum 10 years of experience in trademark prosecution and IP law
• Strong knowledge of UAE and intellectual property laws, regulations, and procedures. and international filings
• Excellent research, drafting, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines

Skills & Competencies

• Strong legal drafting and analytical skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Client advisory and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Proficiency in trademark databases and filing systems