Paralegal

Paralegal – Trademarks & Compliance

Location: Dubai, UAE

Department: Group Legal & Compliance

Experience: 4–6 years

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

Our client is looking for an experienced Paralegal – Trademarks & Compliance to join their Group Legal & Compliance team in Dubai.

The role will primarily support the management and protection of the Group's trademark portfolio across the GCC, including trademark searches, applications, registrations, renewals, recordals and related matters.

The position will also provide support across compliance, governance and general legal matters, working closely with internal business teams, external trademark agents and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Trademark Management – Primary Responsibility

• Coordinate the management of the Group's GCC trademark portfolio, including trademark searches, applications, registrations, renewals, recordals and related actions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date portfolio records, documentation and deadlines through the Group's trademark management platform.
• Liaise with internal business teams and external trademark agents on new brand filings, portfolio requirements and ongoing trademark matters.
• Monitor trademark watch notices and support opposition, infringement and enforcement matters where required.
• Coordinate trademark-related documentation, including powers of attorney, notarization and legalization requirements.
• Review and process invoices from trademark agents and maintain accurate cost records.
• Follow up on fee-related queries and outstanding matters with external agents.
• Prepare periodic trademark portfolio and cost updates for the Legal team.

Compliance & General Legal Support

• Support the administration of selected compliance programmes, including maintaining relevant trackers, records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with compliance declarations, training and awareness activities.
• Support third-party due diligence processes and stakeholder follow-ups.
• Assist with the maintenance and periodic review of Legal and Compliance policies and procedures.
• Assist with routine governance documentation and legal research.
• Support other Legal & Compliance projects and initiatives as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Legal Studies or a related discipline.
• 4–6 years of relevant experience in a paralegal, legal operations, trademark or intellectual property environment.
• Practical understanding of trademark registration and portfolio management, preferably with GCC exposure.
• Experience coordinating with external trademark agents and managing trademark-related documentation and deadlines.
• Exposure to compliance, governance and general legal matters will be an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong practical understanding of trademark registration and portfolio-management processes.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and coordinate effectively with different stakeholders.
• Strong follow-up and task-management capabilities.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and escalate issues appropriately.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal or trademark management systems.
• Excellent written and spoken English is mandatory.
• Arabic language skills would be an advantage.