Associate IP

An opportunity has arisen for an Associate to join the IntellectualProperty Department in the TradeMark Litigation Team in the Johannesburg offices of ENS.

The successful candidate will have a passion for intellectual property, be solution-driven with excellent analytical and communication skills. This role offers a dynamic working environment and the opportunity to develop excellent trade mark litigation abilities and exceptional technical skills. The work will be diverse and challenging and involve all aspects of trade mark litigation / enforcement across Africa.

• All aspects of trade mark litigation / enforcement work
• Working knowledge of how to run the following matters: trade mark and copyright infringement, trade mark cancellations, passing off and unlawful competition, domain name disputes, ARB complaints, social media disputes, company name objections
• Preparing opinions
• Drafting pleadings, letters of demand, undertakings and settlement agreements
• Attending consultations with clients
• General practice management including: diary and file management, time keeping and recordal, providing guidance to support staff, liaising with Registrar of Trade Marks, managing debtors' book, invoicing

• Admitted Attorney with a strong academic record
• Good knowledge of trade mark law and principles
• At least 2 years' PQE trade mark litigation experience
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the Patricia IP management system
• Drive, determination and ambition
• Strong work ethic
• Team player
• Excellent time and practice management skills
• Eager to learn

ENS is committed to transformation and achieving equity in its workplaces. Preference will therefore be given to suitably qualified and skilled EE candidates. The closing date for all applications is close of business on 18 May 2026.