Sr Paralegal, Brand Protection

Williams-Sonoma•San Francisco, CA

6d•$100,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Legal Analyst, Brand Protection Manager role will be a key member of the Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Legal Department. This position will work closely with outside counsel, other members of the legal department, third party vendors, and internal clients across all brands and departments. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with addressing infringement issues on online marketplaces and social media platforms, including familiarity will all takedown processes and relevant brand owner programs. This position will report to the Vice President, Associate General Counsel.

Requirements

Significant experience with IP enforcement and/or brand protection workflows especially on marketplaces and social media platforms
Knowledge of the relevant IP laws and ability to apply and distinguish among them
Proven ability to work within a team, with strong client relationship and communication skills
Ability to work well with members of the business and other non-legal professionals
Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail
Ideal candidates should have the ability to work independently, communicate effectively, efficiently handle a shifting workload, and analyze complex situations.
A four-year college degree is required.

Responsibilities

Lead the Company’s online brand protection program including serving as the primary point of contact with relevant external vendors and outside counsel
Serve as the Company’s in-house expert on addressing IP infringements online, particularly but not exclusively on online marketplaces and social media platforms
Analyze and track infringements for all brands across all areas of relevant IP including trademarks, copyrights, industrial designs and otherwise
Draft, review and oversee takedowns, DMCAs, UDRPs, and C&Ds
Escalate matters to in-house and/or outside counsel as warranted
Assist in-house and/or outside counsel with pre-litigation and litigation matters
Help scale processes for brand protection such as creating and maintaining templates, guidelines, and playbooks
Work closely with the IP Manager to become familiar with the company’s worldwide portfolio of design patents, trademarks, patents, copyrights, and domain names
Coordinate with Company’s Asset Protection function as needed

Benefits

A generous discount on all WSI brands
A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
Tax-free commuter benefits
A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
Continued Learning
In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
Resources for self-development
Advisor (Mentor) program
Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series