Location, Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands, Advertised By Private, Job Type Full-Time, Citrogold and Biogold, International, are commercialization agents of horticultural Intellectual Property (IP) more especially unique cultivars of citrus and sub-tropical crops.
The companies are based in South Africa but have operations internationally. The companies contract with numerous players in the fruit value chain such as breeders, growers, nurseries, marketers and exporters with the aim of creating value for owners of horticultural IP as well as growers looking for the market advantages that come with new plant varieties.
The companies are looking to appoint a Legal Secretary to support and co-ordinate the legal aspects of the businesses operations. The individual will support the legal team to take responsibility for the Plant Breeders Rights, Trademark and Contract work for the company’s products and structure and make efficient the legal aspects of the company’s business to provide information to guide business decisions. The position will be based at the company offices in Stellenbosch.
Key Performance Area’s: Structuring, organizing and maintenance of the legal filing system and databases for Citrogold and Biogold International Co-ordinating, liaising, settling and filing of legal contracts with clients Supporting registration and renewal of Plant Breeders Rights, Trademarks, Plant Patents and Patents locally and internationally Contract updates, renewals, notification of key dates, arranging payments, managing correspondents
Preparing trade mark and plant breeders right reports from the internal data base;
Diary and time sheet management of lawyers; Minimum Requirements: Relevant post matric qualification in law or administration At least 3 years of post-degree work experience in a legal environment 3 Years proven MS Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.) Code 08 drivers license
Additional Requirements: Bilingual in English and Afrikaans. Experience with IP applications, registrations, correspondence and management Experience working with correspondents to settle notarial, apostille, and legalisation of documents for IP applications and contracts
Skills Interpersonal skills / team work. Ability to focus on detail and to meet deadlines. Adaptability and excellent coordination skills. Excellent communication skills & friendly disposition
If you are a professionally presentable, proactive person with strong organizational skills, take pride and ownership in your contribution, have excellent attention to detail and want to be part of a dynamic organisation, you are welcome to forward a comprehensive CV, a letter motivating your application and expected remuneration
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Email to: cvdberg@biogold.co.za