Company: Godrej Industries Group
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Experience Required: 5–6 Years
Function: Legal – Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
About Godrej Industries Group
At Godrej Industries Group (GIG), we serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally across sectors including consumer goods, real estate, agriculture, financial services, and chemicals. With a heritage of over a century, Godrej is a pioneer in innovation, inclusion, and integrity.
Role Overview
We are seeking a driven and knowledgeable Assistant Manager – Legal (IPR) to join our dynamic legal team in Mumbai. This role focuses on managing our extensive intellectual property portfolio and providing proactive legal support on brand protection, contracts, and regulatory advisory. The ideal candidate will come with 5–6 years of experience from a reputed law firm or in-house legal team, with a focus on intellectual property rights and business advisory.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the company’s IP portfolio (trademarks, patents, copyrights, designs).
- File and respond to office actions related to trademarks and copyrights in India.
- Handle IP prosecution, oppositions, maintenance, and renewals across global jurisdictions.
- Lead counterfeit action strategies and proceedings internationally.
- Provide legal advice on branding, promotional content, domain name disputes, and packaging compliance.
- Draft, vet, and negotiate IP-related and commercial agreements.
- Maintain and update the IP database and oversee expense tracking.
- Advise internal stakeholders on legal metrology, ASCI guidelines, and consumer protection regulations.
Desired Candidate Profile
Education
- LLB (Mandatory)
Experience
- 5–6 years in a similar role within a law firm or corporate legal department, preferably MNC experience.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of IP and consumer protection laws.
- Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
- Proficient in multitasking and stakeholder communication.
- Commercial acumen and deadline orientation.
- Team player with a learning mindset.
Why Join Godrej?
- Equal Parenting & Childcare Benefits
6-month paid leave for primary caregivers, support for adoptive and surrogate parents, caregiver travel assistance. - Inclusive Health & Wellness
Comprehensive insurance (including fertility, transition-related care), elder care, OPD support, mental wellness programs, and uncapped sick leave. - Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
Gender-neutral policies, benefits for same-sex partners, and a strict no-discrimination culture. - Recognition & Flexibility
Structured recognition programs and flexible work arrangements including hybrid and remote options.
What kind of IP matters will I be handling in this role?
You will manage a broad IP portfolio that includes trademarks, patents, copyrights, and designs, along with drafting and negotiating IP-related contracts and handling global prosecution and enforcement matters.
Is experience in consumer protection and packaging laws necessary?
Yes, experience with legal metrology, ASCI compliance, and consumer protection law is highly desirable as part of your advisory responsibilities.
Does Godrej support flexible working for this role?
Absolutely. Godrej offers hybrid work models, remote flexibility, and inclusive benefits to ensure work-life balance and employee well-being.