Senior Counsel - Intellectual Property job opportunity at Chanel.



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Chanel Senior Counsel - Intellectual Property
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About the Job     We are currently seeking   a Senior Counsel -   Intellectual Property  on a fiixed term contract for an intial period of 6 months, to join   Chanel   UK ’s   Intellectual Property   Team , b ased   in our   Croydon   office ,   with   occasional   travel to C entral London ,   and   report ing   to the   Head of Intellectual Property (Regional) .       The   role requires   sufficient experience to   work   largely a t   an   independent   level,   with a   highly   collaborative   approach ,   in a   supportive   environment   that expects curiosity and   an appetite for learning.        The successful candidate will w ork   on a wide variety of business-critical IP issues, with individuals and teams at all levels, both internally and externally.   Working   closely with the business, primarily in the UK and Ireland, as well as in Canada,   South   Africa   and Australia, to give strategic and day-to-day support . T here is also daily   collaboration   with Chanel’s other Regional IP teams in various locations across the world,   as well as close working w ith the   G lobal IP team and with the wider Legal Team .       Leveraging your unique experiences will enable you   to   support and   advise   the business in t he   following   areas of expertise :   IP Strategy:   b e a key contributor to   harmonized and ambitious   strategies   for the   UK   Region , aligned with the   g lobal IP priorities and strateg y   for the effective   clearance,   maintenance,   development      and enforcement of   trade marks , designs,   copyright   and domain names .   Trade Mark   Clearance Searches:   independently conduct and analyse   trade mark   clearance searches. Clearly and concisely express   solutions-driven advice   to the business.   IP Registration:   r eflecting the global   IP strategy, create and i mplement   IP registration programmes   across the   UK   Region .   Trade Mark   Objections & Oppositions:   m onitor and object to third party applications ,   prepare and support   o ppositions   by collating evidence,   assisting   in / drafting   affidavits ,   witness   statements,  settlement   agreements   and related documents .   H and le   and collaborat e   with others on complex multi-territory   trade mark   disputes.   IP   Infringements:   based on global and regional strategies, monitor, conduct and support   actions    against   third party   infringe rs ,   including   preparation of   cease and desist   letters,   undertakings   and   settlement agreement s .   In an   enforcement or litigation context   or otherwise ,   a ssist   with preparation of   i nstructions to counsel   and   gather and present   evidence .   Commercial Agreements:   review, draft and negotiate IP provisions in commercial agreements and provide clear, concise legal advice/solutions on IP - related contractual issues .     Research , Reporting & Presenting :   co nduct IP-related research,   prepare and present   advice,   reports   and analysis for key stakeholders .       You are energi s ed by …   Building relationships   at all levels,   w orking in a highly collaborative   and   international   environment ,   with a complex structure .   Partnering ,   both   with in and outside our industry .       P ersonal   and professional   development .   Presenting   IP   advice and a point of view   to the business in a commercial manner .   Providing   a high level   of accuracy and attention to detail .     What you can bring to the team…   Curiosity, a   c ommercial   mindset   and a genuine interest in the retail sector   Energy,   enthusiasm   and critical thinking    Organised, methodical and extremely   accurate , with meticulous attention to detail   Ab ility to prioritise, work to tight deadlines and exercise efficient time management   Ability to take   the   initiative .   Self-motivated, with an ability to   operate   both autonomously and within a team .   A   professional attitude   Excellent communication skills   in   spoken and written English   R eliable, supportive,   pragmatic   and   adaptable .     W ork effectively and efficiently,   maintaining   confidentiality as appropriate      You will:   Be a Chartered   Trade Mark   Attorney or UK solicitor or barrister.    Have   private practice experience.    Have   a   clear   understanding and appreciation of the distinction between in-house and a private practice   mindset , and   preferably have relevant in-house IP experience.     Have t he ability to   create strong business partnerships with both local and global teams as well as third parties   L iaise effectively,   calmly   and appropriately with all levels within   the   group ,   both   locally   and internationally, as well as with external contacts     Have   p revious   experience with an IPR database such as   Diams   IQ , and preferably with other tools such as Power BI . Knowledge of   other   legal tech tools preferred but not essential.       Benefits at Chanel : Created to support you across your professional and personal life by offering you:   Physical Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance covering pre-existing medical conditions and ability to add family members, Online GP App with 24/7 appointments available within 24 hours and Cycle Scheme participation for a tax-exempt bike and/or accessories   Financial Wellbeing: Pension, Life Assurance and Retail Discounts across multiple retailers including Supermarkets, Gyms, Days Out and 100s more   Mental Wellbeing : Employee Assistance Programmes and Other Support Lines   Lifestyle : Arts & Culture Ticket Discounts across major London attractions and CHANEL Product Discounts Employee Recognition: Service Awards Programme offering CHANEL Products, Retail Vouchers and Additional Holidays across milestones    *Benefits are eligibility dependent and subject to change at any time     At Chanel, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience and potential you could bring to CHANEL.

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