Intellectual Property Associate Job at Douglas Scott (Greater London)

Associate Counsel, Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law

Complex seeks a New York–based lawyer with 3+ years of experience focused on inb...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

150000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Year

Complex NTWRK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD required from an ABA accredited university
An active member of the New York state bar
3+ years experience as a practicing in-house attorney at a media/production company, merchandise/e-commerce, or relevant law firm experience
Experience with entertainment and digital media transactions including licensing, digital publishing, advertising, content product and content distribution
Strong analytical capabilities and judgment, even when the rules and law are unclear and the issues are of first impression
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Job Responsibility

Merchandise & Licensing: Drafting, negotiating, and managing merchandise licensing agreements
oversight of inbound/outbound co-branded IP licensing
collaborations with consumer brands, retail partners, and manufacturers
and rights clearance
Intellectual Property Rights: Advising on trademark, copyright, publicity rights, brand protection, anti-counterfeiting, and enforcement strategies
managing clearance of logos, names, characters, artwork, and designs for use on merchandise and in co-branded programs
Retail, Distribution & eCommerce: Manufacturing and supply agreements, QC/approvals, safety/labeling basics, wholesale/marketplace/DTC terms (service levels, returns/chargebacks), and fulfillment/reporting
Experiential & Live Events: Draft agreements for pop-ups, festival activations, and on-site retail agreements
Brand Partnerships & Sponsorships: Partner with Sales/Brand Partnerships to structure, draft, and negotiate sponsorship agreements (IOs/CCAs/SOWs, talent attachments)
Structure, draft, negotiate, and manage complex commercial agreements across digital media, entertainment, and publishing, including advertising sales transactions with direct and agency clients

What we offer

Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance
Healthcare FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Commuter Benefits FSA
Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
Paid Parental leave
401k with 4% match
Pet Insurance
Legal and Identity Theft Plans
Vacation time and sick days

Fulltime

Sr. Manager, Intellectual Property Security

The Sr. Manager, Intellectual Property Security is responsible for maintaining t...

Location

United States , Burbank

Salary:

121500.00 - 151000.00 USD / Year

Funko

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years professional experience in IP protection, brand security or related field
Minimum 5 years in entertainment/licensing industry
Bachelor's Degree, MBA, and/or Master’s degree is preferred
Experience working with major entertainment studios (Disney. WB, etc.) and/or working in a licensing, retail, or wholesale consumer environment and understanding related IP protection matters
Experience in developing technical solutions for data protection such as DLP, digital watermarking, etc
Experience evaluating, implementing, and supporting new applications, services, and solutions
Experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining trade secret programs across organizations
Exceptional communication and influencing skills
Experience working with external stakeholders who are both customers and suppliers where there is a commercial relationship to manage
Ability to manage large complex projects and to step into projects already in progress, or in need of rescue, and effectively assume a leadership role

Job Responsibility

Develop in-depth knowledge of Funko’s business model with a focus on licensing, product development and marketing to be able to identify trade secrets associated with licensed assets and the corresponding risk scenarios
Responsible for the protection of Funko and its licensors product-related trade secrets and licensed intellectual property from unauthorized distribution
Maintain the roadmap to deploy information security controls (process and technology) to mitigate risk scenarios associated with licensing intellectual property
Maintain relationships with major entertainment licensors’ security and legal teams to ensure aligned protection strategies
Establish and maintain relationships with 3rd party affiliates in connection with enforcement activities
Support continuous improvement of safe selling techniques and processes with a focus on growing revenue
Maintain security controls for protecting trade secrets and confidential data, including digital assets, throughout the product life cycle
Maintain technical solutions to prevent unauthorized distribution of licensor and other confidential data
Coordinate with IT and Information Security teams to deploy technology solutions that mitigate licensing-related risks
Develop educational materials for employees, vendors and other key stakeholders on proper handling of licensed assets

What we offer

Competitive compensation package with full benefits
401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company
Creative work environment
May be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units

Fulltime

IP Associate

A leading international law firm is seeking an IP Associate to join its Intellec...

Location

United Kingdom , Greater London

Salary:

100000.00 - 140000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong academic credentials
solid transactional experience within an established Intellectual Property team at a respected law firm
proven ability to handle complex matters within a comparable environment
a desire to work within a truly international law firm
a clear understanding of the structure and operation of a commercial law firm
a commitment to supporting the continued growth and development of the practice

Job Responsibility

Collaborating with the IP and corporate teams on intellectual property matters within M&A and related transactions
conducting due diligence exercises on target companies and vendors, reporting on findings and recommendations
taking responsibility for IP drafting within deal documentation, as well as supporting standalone IP agreements such as assignments, licences, and collaborations
advising on IP provisions and structuring within a wide range of commercial contracts
applying IP expertise to assist clients in technically complex industries, delivering practical, commercially focused solutions that align with their strategic objectives

What we offer

Flexible working arrangements
professional growth and development opportunities
supportive and inclusive work environment

Fulltime

IP Associate

Location

United States

Salary:

180000.00 - 230000.00 USD / Year

McCarter & English

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

1 to 4 years of patent prosecution experience
Degree in electrical engineering
Preference for engineering work experience as an electrical engineer

What we offer

Eligibility for discretionary bonus
Firm-Paid: Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance and short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) disability benefits
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage, including a high deductible health plan with an annual Firm health savings account (HSA) contribution
Employee-Paid Voluntary Benefits: Dental and vision coverage, supplemental health plans (accident, cancer and critical illness), flexible spending accounts, optional life and AD&D insurance (supplemental employee, spouse and child) and supplemental STD coverage
Retirement: 401(k) plan offering three types of contributions: pre-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions
Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and leaves of absence to support work-life balance (e.g. parental leave)
Free and confidential employee assistance program (EAP) and behavioral health services program
Firm-paid back-up child/elder care, academic support and pet care program
Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan
Employee discounts through Working Advantage

Fulltime

Commercial Senior Associate

This is an opportunity to become a Commercial Senior Associate at a reputable fi...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

65000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 5 years PQE in commercial work, possessing expertise in data protection, and ideally, intellectual property and/or IT knowledge
Demonstrated track record in exceptional client care, establishing strong rapport with clients and attracting repeat business
Ability to work independently and with others, providing supervision to junior team members and supporting partners in the team, while committing to continuous personal development
Desire to work in a values-driven organisation, showcasing the willingness to work flexibly and attend offices and clients' premises as needed
Proven capability to take work seriously, while maintaining a grounded and approachable attitude

Job Responsibility

Provide comprehensive legal support to a diverse client base, including businesses in the healthcare, leisure, education, and law sectors, as well as high-profile athletes and organisations in manufacturing, food, insurance, recruitment, and tech industries
Deliver agile and pragmatic solutions tailored to each client's unique needs, while effectively communicating with stakeholders from various backgrounds
Act as an outsourced in-house counsel, handling commercial contract and advisory matters, with a specific focus on data protection and potentially intellectual property and IT expertise

Fulltime

New

Intellectual Property Disputes Associate

An award-winning specialist law firm, recognised as one of the UK's leading advi...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

85000.00 - 110000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Between 3 and 6 years' PQE
Strong experience handling contentious intellectual property matters
Excellent academic credentials
Experience gained within a respected commercial law firm or specialist IP practice
Strong drafting, advocacy support and strategic advisory skills
Confidence managing client relationships
Commercial awareness and genuine interest in media, technology and entertainment sectors

Job Responsibility

Advise on a broad range of contentious intellectual property matters, often involving complex commercial, reputational and strategic considerations
Trade mark infringement and enforcement matters
Copyright disputes across digital, media and entertainment sectors
Brand protection and anti-counterfeiting strategies
Domain name and online enforcement issues
Design right disputes
Passing off claims
Confidential information and trade secrets disputes
Advertising and marketing-related disputes
Content and digital platform disputes

What we offer

Benefits
Pension
Healthcare

Fulltime

Senior Counsel – Biotech Patent Law - Biosimilars

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients. At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part...

Location

United States

Salary:

270109.00 - 320613.00 USD / Year

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

J.D. degree or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school
Admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction
Four (4) years of experience practicing intellectual property law
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Job Responsibility

Develop, implement and execute a market access strategy for Amgen’s biosimilar and/or innovator molecules, including freedom-to-operate analyses for drug substance, drug product, formulations, processes, and methods of treatment
Handling all aspects of intellectual property, especially in identification of relevant patents, conducting searches for prior art, analyzing third party patents, developing persuasive legal arguments, drafting opinions, working with experts, and performing other pre-litigation activities
Developing and implementing global freedom-to-operate strategies for Amgen products in collaboration with other in-house attorneys
Drafting and prosecuting patent applications and providing patent litigation support
Developing and counseling others on intellectual property strategies associated with Amgen’s business and research endeavors
Working individually, in legal teams, and in cross-functional business teams
10% domestic and global travel anticipated

What we offer

A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible

Fulltime

Legal Associate

There is now an opportunity for an accomplished and commercially minded lawyer t...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Energy Aspects

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

UK qualified solicitor with a minimum of 2-3 years PQE, ideally including in-house experience
Strong commercial/contract law experience but with the attitude and breadth of experience to be able to support the business more widely
Enthusiasm for developing a deep understanding of our business and playing a role in supporting its key strategic initiatives
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team and with stakeholders across different functions and regions
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and provide practical solutions
High level of attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
Self-starter, dynamic and proactive, who will function independently, engage with clients and other stakeholders to solve issues and drive projects forwards
Ensuring that the legal function is seen as a high performing and effective area of the business, servicing both internal and external clients efficiently

Job Responsibility

Contract review and negotiation: reviewing contracts, including subscription agreements, licence agreements and vendor contracts and negotiating terms to protect the company's interests
Compliance: ensuring that the company complies with relevant laws and regulations, such as data protection, anti-bribery, and anti-money laundering regulations
Intellectual property: protecting the company's intellectual property and ensuring that the company does not infringe on the intellectual property of others
Risk management: identifying and mitigating legal risks that could impact the company's operations, such as reputational risks, regulatory risks, and contractual risks
M&A support: working as part of an internal deal team to support the assessment, negotiation and post transaction elements of an acquisition
Corporate governance: ensuring that the company adheres to the best practices in corporate governance which includes maintaining accurate records, complying with shareholder requirements and applicable rules and regulations

What we offer

Annual bonuses
Comprehensive private health insurance
Substantial pension contributions
Company share options
Subsidised gym memberships
Generous holiday policy
Social clubs (running, yoga, football, culinary adventures)
Office amenities (freshly brewed coffee, healthy snacks, social space)
Prestigious office locations with nearby gyms, retail, dining, and public transport

Fulltime

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