Details of the Organization

UPL Ltd. (NSE: UPL & BSE: 512070) is a global provider of sustainable agriculture products & solutions, with annual revenue exceeding $5 billion. As one of the top 5 agriculture solutions companies worldwide, our robust portfolio consists of biologicals and traditional crop protection solutions with more than 13,600 registrations.

Details of the Job/Internship

UPL Ltd. (NSE: UPL & BSE: 512070) is hiring for the position of Global Trademark Lead with 10+ years of experience to join their office in Noida. 

Role and Responsibilities

• Trademark Portfolio Management
• Develop and execute a global trademark strategy aligned with business goals and brand architecture.
• Manage all aspects of trademark prosecution, renewals, oppositions, and enforcement worldwide.
• Conduct trademark risk assessments and clearance searches for new product launches and brand extensions.
• Provide strategic IP advice to business units, marketing, R&D, and product development teams.
• Handle disputes, oppositions, cancellations, and litigation with support from external counsel.
• Copyright Protection & Strategy
• Advise on copyright protection for software, packaging, digital assets, creative content, and marketing materials.
• Draft and negotiate copyright agreements including licenses, assignments, and co-branding deals.
• Enforce copyright rights globally and manage infringement-related actions.
• Brand Protection & Anti-Counterfeiting
• Design and implement global anti-counterfeiting strategies in coordination with customs, law enforcement, and regulatory bodies.
• Address unauthorized use, parallel imports, and online infringements.
• Conduct internal training sessions on IP enforcement and compliance practices.
• IP Agreements & Licensing
• Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related contracts including licensing, coexistence, collaboration, and assignment agreements.
• Advise business teams on IP clauses in commercial agreements, sponsorships, and partnerships.
• Compliance & Risk Management
• Ensure adherence to global IP regulations, including the Madrid Protocol and country-specific trademark and copyright laws.
• Develop and implement internal policies and best practices for IP use and brand governance.
• Support due diligence and risk assessments in M&A transactions.
• Litigation & Dispute Resolution
• Lead global trademark and copyright enforcement actions, including domain name disputes and UDRP matters.
• Manage external counsel in IP litigation, arbitration, and administrative proceedings.

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.); LL.M. in Intellectual Property Law is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in trademark and copyright law, including global prosecution and enforcement.
• Industry experience in FMCG, life sciences, or agrochemicals is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in anti-counterfeiting, brand protection, and working with enforcement agencies.
• Skilled in negotiating complex IP contracts and managing disputes.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Familiarity with digital brand protection, domain name strategies, and emerging IP technologies.

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Navi Mumbai, Mumbai, India

Application and Registration Details

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