Assistant General Counsel – Intellectual Property

Helen of Troy•Plano, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 , Revlon , and Olive & June . Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere, every day. Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent! We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property, to join our multifaceted legal team at Helen of Troy. This pivotal role involves managing and protecting our extensive intellectual property portfolio, developing strategic IP initiatives, and providing experienced legal counsel on all IP-related matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patent law, IP litigation, and licensing, with a consistent track record of supporting innovation and mitigating IP risks in a fast-paced, publicly traded company environment. If you are a proactive and strategic thinker with outstanding legal acumen, we invite you to apply and contribute to our company’s continued success.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Corporate or transactional experience

Responsibilities

Overseeing the development, maintenance, and enforcement of the company’s patent portfolio.
Collaborating with senior leadership to develop and implement intellectual property strategies that align with business goals.
Leading and handling intellectual property litigation, including patent, trademark, and copyright disputes.
Negotiating and drafting IP-related agreements, such as license agreements, IP assignments and transfer agreements.
Proactively identifying and mitigating IP risks, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations and providing opinions to business units and company leadership to minimize risk.
Managing relationships with external legal counsel for IP matters within budget, including prosecution, enforcement and litigation.
Conducting and/or managing IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
Providing training and mentorship to internal teams on IP matters and best practices.
Preparing and handling the budget for the IP legal function.
Supporting the company’s innovation initiatives by evaluating new product concepts and ensuring appropriate IP protection.
Developing and leading the Company’s brand protection efforts.