PR/110451 | Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager

Position: Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager-Legal & IP Department

Location: Gurgaon

Experience: 4-6 years

Role Overview:

This role is part of the India Legal & IP team and will primarily support Intellectual Property (IP) protection and commercialization activities, while acting as a key interface between India and the Global IP/Legal teams. The position requires a balanced approach of hands-on IP enforcement and strategic advisory, ensuring that global IP rights are effectively protected and enforced in India, while providing practical, business-oriented legal inputs aligned with the Indian regulatory landscape. 

Key Responsibilities: 

A. Intellectual Property (Primary Focus) Support and execute IP enforcement strategies in India, in alignment with global guidelines, including anti-counterfeiting raids and cease & desist notices. 

Identify and address online infringements including fake websites and unauthorized sales. 

Coordinate with global IP teams to translate enforcement strategies into India-specific execution. 

Work with investigators and law enforcement agencies for brand protection. 

Support customs recordals and deliver training sessions for authorities. 

Advise on marketing campaigns and brand usage from IP perspective.

Periodic meetings with Product / marketing teams to review each product (footwear/apparel, etc.) manufactured in India and confirm correct usage of the trademark on all products. 

Support IP litigation and enforcement actions. 

Conduct internal IP awareness and training sessions. 

B. Global Coordination & Advisory 

Act as liaison between India teams, nominated agency and global legal/IP functions. 

Provide India-specific legal advice on enforcement feasibility, regulatory risks and litigation. 

Highlight local legal nuances to assist global decision-making. 

Ensure implementation of global policies aligned with Indian laws. 

C. Commercial & Regulatory Legal Support 

Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements including vendor, marketing and other Miscellaneous business-related agreements. 

Advise on product compliance including BIS, Legal Metrology, HSN-Code, waste management compliances. 

Support retail operations and consumer compliance matters. 

D. Litigation & Dispute Management 

Manage litigation including IP, consumer and commercial disputes. 

Draft legal notices, replies and documentation. 

Coordinate with external counsel and appear before courts where required. 

E. Stakeholder Management 

Collaborate with business teams, nominated agency and global stakeholders. 

Provide practical legal guidance aligned with business needs. 

Manage relationships with external advisors and authorities. 

Key Skills & Competencies:

Expertise in IP law and enforcement in India. 

Experience in anti-counterfeiting actions and online brand protection. 

Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills. 

Knowledge of consumer law, retail compliance and regulatory frameworks. 

Good communication and stakeholder management skills. 

Business-oriented and solution-driven approach.