Brasil Talent Hub
Intellectual Property Lawyer Position
We are seeking a Mid-Level Intellectual Property Lawyer with solid experience in intellectual property, particularly assets protected by the National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI), but also with a broad understanding of copyright law.
We are looking for someone who can combine legal expertise, strategic thinking, and business acumen—someone who understands the value of intangible assets, knows how to transform them into real tools for growth for companies and startups, and is passionate about translating legal concepts into business language.
Responsibilities:
Providing legal support and assistance to clients in the field of intellectual property;
Managing trademark registration processes end-to-end—from initial assessment through to approval and post-registration monitoring;
Drafting and filing technical submissions—including oppositions, statements, appeals, and other administrative defenses—before the INPI;
Handling procedures related to other IP assets, such as patents, industrial designs, copyrights, and software registrations;
Conducting prior art searches and feasibility analyses, with emphasis on strategies for trademark approval and coexistence;
Drafting and reviewing IP-related contracts and instruments—including assignments, licensing agreements, franchising agreements, confidentiality agreements, and technology transfer agreements;
Preparing legal opinions and technical reports regarding the protection of intangible assets and portfolio strategy;
Monitoring publications in the Official Gazette of Industrial Property (RPI) and maintaining internal deadlines and process controls;
Collaborating with Contract Management, LGPD (General Data Protection Law), and Innovation teams on integrated projects;
Meeting legal deadlines and performance targets;
Reviewing and providing technical guidance on deliverables prepared by junior lawyers and interns.
Requirements:
Completed law degree with active bar association registration (OAB);
Experience in intellectual property and legal consulting;
Completed postgraduate degree in Intellectual Property;
Fluency in English;
Practical knowledge of INPI systems;
Proficiency in digital tools (Word, Excel, Trello, Notion, etc.);
Analytical, organized, collaborative profile with strategic business vision;
Highly organized, self-managed, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously;
Strong teamwork skills, proactivity, and communication ability;
Open-minded, eager to experiment, and free from prejudice;
Willingness to work onsite in the downtown area of Rio de Janeiro/RJ.

Rio de Janeiro
R$7,000-8,000/month