Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

To provide general intellectual property (IP) legal solutions to meet business requirements, and engage in legal risk management and mitigation in relation to IP related matters.

Minimum Qualifications

Type of Qualification: Post Graduate Degree

Field of Study: Legal

Other Minimum Qualifications, Certifications or Professional Memberships: Post Graduate Degree - LLB; Admitted attorney

Experience Required

Legal

5-7 years proven experience in the provision of legal advice, drafting, vetting, review, dissemination and/or negotiation, with at least 5 years' experience in an IP specialist role, either in practice or in-house. Identification and mitigation of legal risk. At least 3 years' people management experience (not necessarily direct reports), where applicable.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Checking Details
• Documenting Facts
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information

Technical Competencies:

• Contract Management 
• Dispute Resolution 
• Financial Industry Regulatory Framework 
• Legal Advisory & Interpretation
• Legal Drafting
• Legal Knowledge
• Legal Research