Helen of Troy
Assistant General Counsel
Helen of Troy, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Join our Legal team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day.Position:
Assistant General CounselDepartment:
LegalWork Location:
El Paso, TX; Dallas, TX, Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)Hybrid Schedule:
Helen of Troy associates enjoy the advantages and flexibility of a hybrid working model, allowing for in office 3 days minimum, and remote 2 days.What you will be doing:Patent Portfolio Management : Overseeing the development, maintenance, and enforcement of the company’s patent portfolio.
IP Strategy Development : Collaborating with senior leadership to develop and implement intellectual property strategies that align with business goals.
IP Litigation Management : Leading and handling intellectual property litigation, including patent, trademark, and copyright disputes.
IP Licensing and Transactions : Negotiating and drafting IP-related agreements, such as licenses, joint ventures, and technology transfer agreements.
Risk Management : Identifying and mitigating IP risks, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
External Counsel Coordination : Handling relationships with external legal counsel for specialized IP matters.
IP Due Diligence : Conducting IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
Training and Education : Providing training and mentorship to internal teams on IP matters and best practices.
Budget Management : Preparing and handling the budget for the IP legal function.
Innovation Support : Supporting the company’s innovation initiatives by evaluating inventive concepts and ensuring appropriate IP protection.
Brand Protection : Developing and leading the Company’s brand protection efforts.
Minimum Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association-accredited law school.
4+ years of in-house or law firm experience in intellectual property.
Active law license in the state of Texas.
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Corporate or transactional experience
Spanish language (read/speak/write)
Benefits:
Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.
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Assistant General CounselDepartment:
LegalWork Location:
El Paso, TX; Dallas, TX, Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)Hybrid Schedule:
Helen of Troy associates enjoy the advantages and flexibility of a hybrid working model, allowing for in office 3 days minimum, and remote 2 days.What you will be doing:Patent Portfolio Management : Overseeing the development, maintenance, and enforcement of the company’s patent portfolio.
IP Strategy Development : Collaborating with senior leadership to develop and implement intellectual property strategies that align with business goals.
IP Litigation Management : Leading and handling intellectual property litigation, including patent, trademark, and copyright disputes.
IP Licensing and Transactions : Negotiating and drafting IP-related agreements, such as licenses, joint ventures, and technology transfer agreements.
Risk Management : Identifying and mitigating IP risks, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
External Counsel Coordination : Handling relationships with external legal counsel for specialized IP matters.
IP Due Diligence : Conducting IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
Training and Education : Providing training and mentorship to internal teams on IP matters and best practices.
Budget Management : Preparing and handling the budget for the IP legal function.
Innovation Support : Supporting the company’s innovation initiatives by evaluating inventive concepts and ensuring appropriate IP protection.
Brand Protection : Developing and leading the Company’s brand protection efforts.
Minimum Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association-accredited law school.
4+ years of in-house or law firm experience in intellectual property.
Active law license in the state of Texas.
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Corporate or transactional experience
Spanish language (read/speak/write)
Benefits:
Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.
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