Intellectual Property & Brand Protection - Paralegal, ip & Brand Protection

Aritzia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion company in Vancouver is looking for a Paralegal in IP & Brand Protection. This role involves managing databases, advising on brand protection opportunities, and responding to infringements. The ideal candidate will have experience in Intellectual Property and be skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams. The compensation ranges from $50,000 to $100,000 CAD per year, complemented by substantial perks, including a product discount and wellness programs.

Benefits

Product Discount

A-OK Commissary & Cafe

The SET - Fitness studio and gym

Aritzia Virtual Wellness

Aspirational Workplace

Amenities like private parent's room

Additional perks like dry-cleaning

Qualifications

• Proven skills, certifications, education and/or experience in Intellectual Property & Brand Protection.
• Experience operating in a fast-paced environment.
• A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values.

Responsibilities

• Establish Aritzia's approach to IP & Brand Protection.
• Identify and advise on brand protection opportunities.
• Capitalize on Intellectual Property value.
• Identify imitation and reputational risks.
• Respond quickly to brand infringements.

Skills

Proven skills in Intellectual Property & Brand Protection

Deep knowledge of the fashion landscape

Ability to collaborate fluently

Commitment to quality

Education

Experience supporting international legal matters

Job description

THE TEAM

THE mission of the Intellectual Property (IP) & Brand Protection Department is to aggressively safeguard and preserve our brand.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our IP & Brand Protection team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for safeguarding Aritzia's brand image and ensuring Aritzia strategically capitalizes on IP value. As the Paralegal, IP & Brand Protection, you will support with maintaining the integrity and efficiency of our IP and Brand protection operations by managing key databases, coordinating critical administrative tasks, and executing brand protection activities. With the skills you gain in this role, the opportunities are endless - from a rewarding career in IP & Brand Protection to continued growth and development with Aritzia.

THE ROLE

As the Paralegal, IP & Brand Protection, you will support with:

• Establishing Aritzia's approach to IP & Brand Protection.
• Identifying and advising on brand protection opportunities including conducting IP and brand risk assessments.
• Capitalizing on Intellectual Property value including managing the IP database.
• Identifying imitation, misrepresentation, and reputational risks to our brand.
• Seamlessly remediating brand infringements.
• Responding quickly to brand infringements and mitigating future abuse.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven skills, certifications, education and/or experience in Intellectual Property & Brand Protection.
  • Deep knowledge of the fashion landscape is an asset.
  • Experience operating in a fast-paced environment and supporting international legal matters is an asset.
• A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles.
• The ability to collaborate fluently with cross-functional partners.
• A commitment to quality and investing in results that add value to the business.

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $50,000 - $100,000 CAD per year. The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We are always looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

Aritzia's Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities through our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, aspirational workspaces and elevated employee perks and experiences - we provide it all.

THE PERKS

• Product Discount - Maybe you've heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.
• A-OK Commissary & Cafe - Everyday Luxury dining, exclusive to Aritzia. Our in-house bistro and cafe is a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated, subsidized Everyday Luxury dining.
• The SET - Our in-office fitness studio and gym with state-of-the-art equipment, custom-created classes and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week, it works out well.
• Aritzia Virtual Wellness - Because your health, happiness and safety matter, we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, whether they're physical, mental, social or financial.
• Aspirational Workplace - Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity, productivity and inspiration. They're also dog friendly. Woof.
• Amenities - Additional amenities include a private parent's room, shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms and more.
• The Extras - We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry-cleaning, hotel and restaurant discounts, self-care promos and on-site medical care.

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.