KE
Legal Officer — Intellectual Property
Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) ·
Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya 
· Onsite · KSh120,000 - KSh200,000/month
· Onsite · KSh120,000 - KSh200,000/month
0 Applicants · 0 Views
· Posted 3 hours ago
Position Overview
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya
Compensation:
KSh120,000 - KSh200,000/month
Experience:
2-3 years
Position:
Mid
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Intellectual Property
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
Jun 30, 2026
Job Description
KIPI, Kenya's national IP office responsible for patent, trademark, and industrial design registration, seeks a Legal Officer to support IP examination, opposition proceedings, and public awareness programmes. This government position offers stability and deep exposure to Kenya's growing IP ecosystem.
Responsibilities
Examine patent and trademark applications for compliance. Handle opposition and cancellation proceedings. Advise on IP licensing agreements and technology transfer. Represent KIPI in IP disputes before the Industrial Property Tribunal. Support capacity building and IP awareness initiatives.
Requirements
LLB from a recognized university. Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. 2-3 years PQE in intellectual property law. Knowledge of Industrial Property Act 2001, Trade Marks Act, and Copyright Act 2001. Familiarity with WIPO treaties (PCT, Madrid Protocol).
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
KSh120,000 - KSh200,000/month
Practice Area
Intellectual Property
Position
Mid
Required Skills
Patent examination, Trademark registration, IP licensing, WIPO treaties, IP litigation
Industry
Legal
Bar Admission Requirements
Bar Admission Required: Yes
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) Hiring Team
Email: info@kipi.go.ke
Application Deadline
June 30, 2026
Employment Type
Full time