Job Title: Legal Executive (IP, Patents, Trademarks & Compliance)
Location: Vashi, Navi Mumbai (On-Site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 2–5 Years
About Arcot
Arcot is a fast-growing and innovative technology company specializing in AI-powered
solutions, software development, automation systems, mobile app development, and digital
transformation. With offices in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, we foster a collaborative culture
driven by innovation, ownership, and continuous learning.
As we continue to scale, strengthening and safeguarding our legal and intellectual property
framework is crucial — making this role essential to our growth.
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled Legal Executive (IP, Patents, Trademarks & Compliance)
to manage and protect the organization’s intellectual property assets. The role includes
handling patents, trademarks, copyrights, compliance, and legal drafting. Candidates with
experience working in technology, AI, or software environments will be preferred
.
Key Responsibilities
- Intellectual Property & Patent Management
- Draft, file, and manage trademark, patent, and copyright applications.
- Conduct patentability assessments, prior art searches, and infringement analyses.
- Maintain renewal schedules and compliance deadlines.
- Monitor unauthorized use or infringement of company IP and initiate corrective
- actions.
2. Legal Drafting & Contract Management
- Draft, review, and manage contracts including:
- IP Assignment Agreements
- Licensing Agreements
- NDA & Confidentiality Agreements
- Technology Vendor Contracts
- Terms of Use & Privacy Policies
3. Regulatory Compliance & Governance
- Ensure adherence to:
- Indian Patent & IP Laws
- International IP Protocols (including WIPO)
- Software & Technology Regulatory Frameworks
- Provide strategic guidance to leadership on compliance and IP protection.
4. Coordination & Legal Representation
- Collaborate with patent attorneys, government authorities, and legal consultants.
- Support and manage objections, disputes, and litigation as required.
Required Qualifications
1) Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LLB/LLM).
2) Specialization or certification in Intellectual Property or Patent Law (preferred).
3) 2–5 years of experience in:
a) Patent drafting & filing
b) IP compliance in technology/software sectors
c) Legal research and drafting
4) Strong understanding of tech-related legal frameworks and industry standards.
Key Skills
● Strong knowledge of Indian & International IP Laws
● Excellent legal drafting & research capabilities
● High attention to detail and confidentiality
● Ability to collaborate with technical teams and leadership
● Strong analytical and communication skills
Why Join Us
● Opportunity to build and lead the IP function in a scaling AI organization
● Exposure to cutting-edge AI technologies and patentable innovations
● Growth-focused culture with ownership and continuous learning
● Work closely with leadership in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment
