Legal Executive (IP, Patents, Trademarks & Compliance)

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

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Key Responsibilities

1. 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

• Ensure that all documents protect the company’s IP, data privacy, and regulatory

• compliance.

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