Main duties
Office Duties:
- Providing transactional and legal support to IP Attorney in enforcement team, but not limited to trademarks, patents, and related IP mattes.
- Conducting comprehensive legal and factual research, including consultation and liaison with relevant authorities.
- Drafting legal advice, reports, documents under the supervision of an IP Attorney.
- Translating legal and supporting documents as required.
- Preparing and drafting documents for submission to relevant IP departments and enforcement authorities.
- Managing diaries, monitoring deadlines, and following up on client matters.
- Maintaining and updating internal databases and case management systems.
- Arranging for certification of legal documents (e.g., POA, DOA, Declaration of Change, etc.).
- Supporting the team with ad-hoc tasks as assigned by supervising attorneys.
Enforcement & Investigation Duties:
- Preparing, filing, and submitting with IP offices, enforcement authorities and relevant ministries.
- Liaising and coordinating with IP officers, government officials, investigators, and law enforcement on enforcement actions.
- Assisting in gathering evidence, conducting investigations, and preparing reports regarding suspected IP infringement.
- Supporting the preparation of evidence, exhibits, and documentation for enforcement actions, raids, or litigation.
- Attending external meetings, hearings, or enforcement actions as required.
Compliance and Monitoring:
- Tracking and monitoring the status of enforcement case and ensure compliance with administrative decisions.
- Preparing compliance and status reports for internal and client use.
Qualification and Requirement:
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in an IP legal environment, preferably with enforcement exposure.
- Good knowledge of IP practice in Cambodia.
- Strong proficiency in English and Khmer, with excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Professional attitude, sound judgment, and adherence to policy guidelines.
- Good interpersonal skills, cross-cultural sensitivity, and a collaborative team player.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in MS Office and legal database management.
Working conditions
- Location: Phnom Penh
- Salary: Negotiable, based on experience.
- Benefits: As per company policy (e.g., performance bonus, private health insurance, annual health check-up, annual retreat, seniority pay, 18 days annual leave).
- Working hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–6:00 pm (1-hour lunch break).
- Multicultural, professional work environment.
How to apply
For immediate consideration, please send your resume with a recent ID photo and a cover letter to sreipeukim@rouse.com. Include your expected gross monthly salary (in USD) and your availability to start if hired.
Please note: Only candidates meeting the required experience and qualifications will be contacted.
