Intermediate to Senior Associate - Trade Marks and Intellectual Property, Auckland
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Bell Gully

Intermediate to Senior Associate - Trade Marks and Intellectual Property

  • Posted 4w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Auckland

Job Description

We are looking for an intermediate or senior associate lawyer to join our Trade Marks and Intellectual Property team in Bell Gully’s Auckland office.


In this role, you will advise leading New Zealand and international clients on the full lifecycle of trade mark and brand protection matters, including clearance, registration, portfolio management, revocations and oppositions, enforcement and disputes.  You will also advise on trade mark matters in the context of market leading corporate transactions.  The role would also suit a candidate that is keen to advise on broader IP, advertising, media, privacy, and commercial matters. The ideal candidate will already have experience working in some of these areas and be keen to take the next step in their development and career.


This role offers direct client engagement and relationship-building from day one. We’re looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team with strong matter management, communication, analytical and drafting skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to apply strategic legal thinking to real-world trademark and IP challenges.


Skills and experience


  • Candidates with well-developed experience advising on trade mark portfolio management and brand protection
  • Experience on broader IP, regulatory and contracting matters, including in the context of corporate transactions, also valued
  • A genuine interest in trade marks, intellectual property and the strategic value of brands to our clients
  • Enthusiasm for working collaboratively in a high-performing, supportive team environment
  • Right to work in New Zealand


Culture and benefits


In addition to a supportive team culture, we offer a range of health and lifestyle benefits. These include:


  • Genuine investment in your career growth, including structured mentoring, training and pathways to progression
  • Opportunities to get involved in community support programmes
  • A comprehensive health and wellbeing programme
  • An annual subsidy for health insurance and a range of wellbeing activities
  • Sports teams, an annual ball, regular team events and department functions
  • Comprehensive parental leave package
  • Flexible work practices, including part time options


Please apply directly or contact Kelly Price (09 916 8878 or kelly.price@bellgully.com) for a confidential discussion.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Brand Protection
  • Client Engagement
  • Legal Drafting
  • Matter Management
  • Trade Mark Portfolio Management

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Strategic Thinking

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 📚 Career Break
  • 🤱 Extended Parental Leave
  • 🏛 Fully Paid Jury Service
  • 🏘 Work from Home
  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • 💯 Employee Mentoring Program
  • 🩺 Health Insurance
  • 🧠 Mental Health Workshops
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 💪 Physical Health Workshops
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 🏥 Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🛂 Visa Sponsorship
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🎖 Long Service Rewards
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • 🚚 Relocation Support
  • 🏆 Performance Bonus
  • 🚘 Travel Reimbursement
  • 💻 Company Supplied Technology
  • 🖥 Computer Assistance
  • 📱 Discounted Phone or Internet Plans
  • 🚶 Ease Back to Work
  • 🍺 Free Drinks
  • 🍔 Free Food
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
  • 🍇 Fruit Box
  • 🍲 Meals Provided
  • Additional leave day
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  • 🌈 Rainbow Tick
  • 🌿 Indigenous Rights
  • 💰 Wage Equality
  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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