Trade Mark Paralegal II
Adams Adams
2026/08/06   Pretoria

Job Ref #: TMP2604CKL01
Industry: Legal
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
At Adams and Adams, we are passionate about protecting innovation, brands, and ideas across Africa and beyond. As a Trade Mark Paralegal, you will work alongside industry leading professionals, supporting a diverse portfolio of local and international clients while gaining exposure to complex and rewarding trade mark matters.
Job Description

The Trade Mark Paralegal is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and paralegal support to the Trade Mark Recordal practice. The role includes routine legal tasks performed under supervision, maintaining the accuracy of trade mark records, attending to client and agent correspondence, and ensuring efficient management of the department’s processes and workflows.

Duties and responsibilities

  • Trade mark portfolio management
  • Legal support
  • Practice administration & billing
  • Documentation & correspondence 
  • Diary and deadline management
  • Communication & client service

Technical Competencies

  • Trade mark filing & registry procedures
  • Intellectual property administration
  • Docketing & records management
  • Documentation & correspondence production
  • Financial processing & IP billing
  • Systems & software competence
  • Client & stakeholder interaction 
Job Requirements

Competencies 

  • Strong computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Patricia, and CMS

  • Typing speed of 60+ words per minute with excellent dictation skills

  • Ability to work independently, use initiative, and meet tight deadlines

  • Strong organisational and prioritisation skills

  • Clear Written & Verbal Communication

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all departmental information

  • High attention to detail and accuracy

  • Good understanding of Trade Mark prosecution/recordals/renewals in Africa, including jurisdictions outside Africa

  • Professionalism & Service Orientation

 Qualifications & Experience

  • A relevant tertiary qualification
  • Secretarial or Paralegal Diploma (advantageous)
  • University Degree (advantageous)
  • Min of 5- 6 years’ relevant experience as a Paralegal, preferably in an intellectual property or legal environment