Officer, Legal, Intellectual Property

Company Description

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.

Job Description

This role provides hands-on paralegal support to the IP Legal team by managing the day‑to‑day administration of intellectual property matters across trade marks, copyright, domain names, patents, designs and contracts. The successful candidate will assist with due diligences, support the drafting and review of standard-form legal documentation, and maintain accurate, compliant records and case databases. The role also involves coordinating with internal stakeholders and external service providers (including external attorneys), supporting vendor management processes (such onboarding), tracking and managing the reporting of legal costs and invoicing, and contributing to legal risk management and reporting. With a strong focus on process discipline, attention to detail and effective use of digital tools, this position is designed to enable the Legal team to deliver consistent, efficient IP legal services, while operating within established frameworks and under appropriate supervision.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: Diploma
Field of Study: Legal

Experience Required
Macro Generic
Legal
5-7 years Proven experience in the provision of basic legal advice, preferably within the legal and/or financial sectors.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Documenting Facts
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information
• Following Procedures
• Interacting with People
• Inviting Feedback
• Managing Tasks
• Meeting Timescales
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Contract Management
• Legal Administration
• Legal Drafting
• Legal Knowledge
• Legal Records Management
• Legal Research