Job Description
RAYNE is expanding its consultant team and is seeking experienced IP Lawyers based in Dubai \& Abu Dhabi to join our growing practice. As a consultant at RAYNE, you will be embedded directly within client organisations, functioning as a genuine extension of their in-house teams, backed throughout every engagement by RAYNE.
We are currently growing our team across multiple seniority levels and locations throughout the GCC, with particular interest in Dubai \& Abu Dhabi-based professionals with strong experience in trademark, patent, and copyright matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on trademark, copyright, patent, and design rights protection, registration, and enforcement.
- Draft, review, and negotiate licensing agreements, IP assignments, franchise agreements, and technology transfer agreements.
- Provide legal guidance on IP portfolio management, brand protection strategies, and anti-counterfeiting measures.
- Conduct IP due diligence and risk assessments in connection with corporate transactions and commercial deals.
- Manage IP disputes, infringement matters, and enforcement actions, including liaison with regulatory bodies and local authorities.
- Support cross-border IP matters, ensuring compliance with international and regional regulations.
Qualifications
- 5+ years PQE admitted in a major international jurisdiction.
- 5+ years of IP experience at either a top-tier international law firm or in-house within an IP/legal function.
- Strong background in trademarks, patents, copyright, and licensing.
- Proven ability to handle complex IP portfolios and enforcement matters.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Regional experience required.
- Arabic language skills is a plus but not required.
If you are looking for a fixed term assignment in the Middle East, we would love to hear from you!
Company Description
RAYNE is changing the way leading multinationals, start-ups, and government entities across the Middle East access high-calibre legal talent through flexible resourcing solutions. We connect exceptional Legal professionals with businesses that need specialised support on critical projects and contracts. Our approach enables companies to engage top-tier expertise without long-term commitments, while also giving professionals the flexibility to work in a way that supports their career and lifestyle goals, prioritising balance.