Brand Protection Analyst - IN OFFICE

IP House; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IP House is seeking a Brand Protection Analyst to join our Erie, PA on-site team. The role focuses on identifying counterfeit products online, documenting evidence, and supporting enforcement with clear, client-ready reports.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and capable of handling large datasets with discretion. On-the-job training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting online investigations to identify counterfeit or infringing products.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and create clear reports.
• Strong written communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct online investigations to identify potentially counterfeit or infringing product listings.
• Capture screenshots and document seller information and digital evidence.
• Collaborate with legal counsel to prepare enforcement documents.
• Analyze and label evidence and create chain-of-custody records.
• Update tracking systems and databases with accuracy.
• Compile client-ready reports with metrics and dashboards.
• Draft findings letters and detailed analysis reports for enforcement.
• Analyze and manage large datasets in Excel.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail in all reporting and communications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Investigative research

Data analysis

Excel experience

Written communication

Attention to detail

Reporting

Tools

Excel

Job description

At IP House, we empower brands, legal professionals, and rights holders to manage and protect intellectual property—both online and offline—on a truly global scale. Through cutting-edge technology and deep cross-border expertise, we deliver scalable, end-to-end solutions for IP portfolio management, enforcement, and content and brand protection.

With over 700 experts operating across five continents, we are trusted by some of the world’s most recognized brands to combat counterfeiting, piracy, and IP infringement at scale. From digital platforms to physical marketplaces, we help clients safeguard what matters most—everywhere it matters.

Overview of the Role

IP House is seeking a Brand Protection Analyst to join our Erie, PA team. This is an on-site position. The BP Analyst plays a critical role in identifying, documenting, and analyzing suspect or counterfeit products found online. The role combines investigative research, evidence handling, data analysis, and legal documentation to support brand protection and enforcement. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, loves technology, and is capable of managing complex data with discretion and precision. This role requires strong collaboration with internal teams and the ability to present findings in a clear and organized manner. On-the-job training will be provided for all aspects of the role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct online investigations to identify potentially counterfeit, unauthorized, or infringing product listings and research seller identities
• Capture screenshots and images of suspect listings and document seller information and digital evidence
• Collaborate with legal counsel to prepare escalation templates, cease-and-desist communications, and other enforcement documents
• Analyze, photograph, label evidence & create chain of custody documentation
• Update and manage tracking systems and databases with high degree of accuracy
• Compile client-ready reports, including metrics, summaries, and dashboards, reflecting investigative progress and outcomes.
• Draft letters of finding, declarations, and detailed analysis reports to support enforcement and litigation
• Analyze and manage large datasets in Excel
• Ensure meticulous attention to detail in all reporting, documentation, and communications
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

No analyst or product ID experience is required. The ideal candidates will be hard-working, enthusiastic individuals with an exceptional ability to prioritize and reprioritize daily tasks. Success depends on the following:

• Ability to follow detailed directions
• Strong verbal communication skills with ability to maintain composure during difficult conversations
• Ability to write detailed, comprehensive notes and reports