Assistant Manager - Intellectual Property Rights

About Godrej Industries Group (GIG) At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries. About the function The Corporate Legal Team at Godrej Industries Group plays a pivotal role in managing litigation, overseeing contract negotiations and providing strategic legal counsel on complex projects and transactions. Collaborating closely with senior leadership, the team ensures seamless legal support across the organisation.

In addition to managing the intellectual property portfolio, the team also oversees indirect tax matters, safeguarding the company's interests and fostering business growth with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.

Key ResponsibilitiesFiling of trademarks, copyrights etc; attending to office actions and attending hearingsHandling prosecution, opposition, maintenance, and renewal of all patent, trademarks, copyright and design across jurisdictionsHandling counterfeit actions and its proceedings in across jurisdictionsAdvising on intellectual property issues such as brand clearance, promotional material and domain name issues.Drafting and negotiating IP related contracts and commercial contractsUpdation of intellectual property database and expense managementAssisting IP Lead in overall management of intellectual property portfolio including trademarks, patents, copyright, and design

EducationGraduate/Postgraduate in Law

Experience5 -7 years PQE, preferably in a law firm or in-house legal team of a large company / MNC

SkillsIn-depth knowledge of intellectual property laws.Good drafting and analytical skills, commercial acumen, and time-sensitive.Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.Team player having a strong desire to learn.Driven to continuously improve own capabilities and impact Strong stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills.Good written and spoken communication skills.

Benefits

Be an equal parentChildcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers2 months paid leave for secondary caregiversCaregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travelCoverage for childbirth and fertility treatment No place for discrimination at GodrejGender-neutral anti-harassment policySame sex partner benefits at par with married spousesCoverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapyCommunity partnerships and advocacyPersons with Disability (PwD) care We are selfish about your wellnessComprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up optionsElder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family membersPreventative healthcare supportOutpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.Uncapped sick leaveFlexible work options, including remote working and part-time workMental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievementsDigital and offline instant recognition platforms.

An inclusive Godrej Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company.

And it has been over a century. It's not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster.

We hope this resonates with you. We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity.

We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members. If this sounds like a role for you, apply now! We look forward to meeting you.