At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead anti-counterfeiting operations and ensure legal compliance for PAX's UK business.
- Company: Join PAX, a leading global consumer electronics company with innovative brands.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a forward-thinking company preparing for a potential NASDAQ listing.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in brand protection and IP law while working with top legal minds.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years PQE and strong knowledge of UK/EU IP law.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Act as the legal representative for PAX (Hayati®), partnering with UK law firms and internal teams to conduct anti-counterfeiting operations. You will also be responsible for providing legal support for various business scenarios and ensuring full legal compliance for the company’s UK operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage UK/EU IP compliance, trademark/copyright/infringement legal assessment and enforcement.
- Serve as the company’s legal representative, lead brand protection practices.
- Collaborate with external UK law firms and internal teams to push and coordinate activities such as anti-counterfeiting enforcement, evidence collection, cease & desist letters, platform takedown, domain dispute, and infringement dispute resolution.
- Handle UK civil litigation, arbitration, court advocacy, and local legal liaison; tackle complex infringement cases with assertive legal strategy.
- Monitor UK/EU legal & regulatory updates, maintain communication with local authorities and e-commerce platforms.
- Identify potential compliance risks and deliver professional legal advice to support the company’s lawful operation in the UK market.
- Maintain regular communication with external law firms and business partners, and sustain long-term legal cooperation relationships.
Requirements:
- In-depth knowledge of the UK legal system and business practices, established valuable local networks, and holds full eligibility to work full-time in the UK.
- Qualified as Solicitor of England and Wales with 3+ years PQE, or equivalent experience. Higher Courts Civil Advocacy qualification is a plus.
- Proficient in UK/EU commercial law, IP law, and civil procedure; a formal IP law academic background is a plus.
- Familiar with intellectual property protection and anti-counterfeiting procedures. Relevant experience in handling infringement and anti-counterfeiting cases is highly preferred.
- Solid experience in commercial dispute resolution, litigation & arbitration; background in brand protection, anti-counterfeiting.
- Experience in consumer electronics/cross-border e-commerce industry is a strong plus.
- Assertive mindset for brand enforcement, able to handle multi-layer infringement chains and push enforcement forward legally.
- Proficient in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts, capable of independently handling legal documentation and routine legal affairs across different scenarios.
Legal Counsel - IP & Brand Protection (Anti-Counterfeiting) in Manchester employer: PAX
PAX (Hayati®) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development in the legal field, particularly in IP and brand protection. Our UK office, located at the heart of a thriving consumer electronics market, ensures that you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to tackling complex legal challenges while upholding our core values of integrity and sustainability.
