Legal Counsel (Intellectual Property Counsel)– GBR

SHEIN; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

This exciting opportunity is for a qualified lawyer to join a forward-thinking e-retailer, focusing on intellectual property and disputes. The role involves providing legal advice, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with laws impacting business operations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong judgment and initiative. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and creativity while navigating the complexities of e-commerce. This position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a global company dedicated to accessibility and individuality in fashion.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience in IP and dispute resolution.
• Practical experience in managing IP litigation and handling take-down notices.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on IP and disputes related matters.
• Collaborate with business teams to enhance IP protection.
• Conduct risk assessments and handle commercial disputes.

Skills

Intellectual Property Law

Dispute Resolution

Litigation Management

Legal Advisory

E-commerce Regulations

Cross-jurisdictional Coordination

Education

Qualified Lawyer in UK or European Jurisdiction

Job description

Legal Counsel (Intellectual Property Counsel)– GBR

SHEIN is a global fashion and lifestyle e-retailer committed to making the beauty of fashion accessible to all. We use on-demand manufacturing technology to connect suppliers to our agile supply chain, reducing inventory waste and enabling us to deliver a variety of affordable products to customers around the world. From our global offices, we reach customers in more than 150 countries. Our mission is to help people express their individuality through the latest trends that are accessible and affordable.

Position Summary

This is an exciting role for a UK or European jurisdiction qualified lawyer supporting SHEIN’s business and operations in the region. This will be a broad advisory role with a focus on IP and disputes related matters working directly with senior stakeholders across the business in our relevant global locations.

The successful candidate must be inquisitive, enthusiastic about e-commerce and innovation, enjoy a fast-paced environment and being continually challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations.

Responsibilities:

• Providing advice and legal support to the business on all IP and/or disputes related matters
• Collaborating with the relevant business teams to ensure compliance and implementing and improving processes and procedures to enhance IP protection and IP infringement prevention
• Keeping appraised of the latest laws and regulations impacting the company and its operations in the region and advise on best practice
• Working closely with cross-disciplinary teams and the rest of the global legal team to conduct IP and disputes related risk assessments
• Handling IP or other commercial disputes, including gathering evidence for litigation and liaising with external counsel, negotiating settlements, handling take-down notices and appeals
• Providing day-to-day legal support to business teams and developing strategies for handling legal issues in creative, efficient, and business-centric ways

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years (for legal counsel) of post-qualification at reputable law firm and/or large corporations. Good amount of in-house experience required
• Extensive practical experience in IP and dispute resolution
• Experience managing IP litigation before High Court and IPEC and organising evidence
• Experience handling take-down notices on e-commerce platforms
• High degree of independence, initiative, and good judgement. Commercial and pragmatic in your approach to legal advice whilst maintaining a strong sense of professional accountability and integrity
• Experience and capacity to lead multi-jurisdictional projects and coordinate external advisors.
• Ability to deliver results, both as an individual contributor and as a member of the EMEA and global legal teams.

SHEIN is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Retail Apparel and Fashion