Senior Legal Expert - Trademark & Brand Protection, Ledger

Ledger

Location:

France, Paris

Category:

Legal

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

Ledger is a fast-growing company with a strong commitment to protecting its intellectual property and brand. To reinforce its Legal Department, ensure high quality services and address the business needs of the company, we are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Legal Expert specialized in Trademark Law and Brand Protection, eager to join our dynamic Legal team and a diverse and fast-moving high technology-focused environment.

Job Responsibility:

Brand Protection: Combining processes and expertise to ensure Ledger brand and consumers are protected online from scams, impersonations, counterfeits and other threats or forms of IP infringement
Identify, investigate, and take any necessary actions against scams, phishing and infringement activities and attempts on social media, websites and marketplaces, with the support of external resources when needed, and in coordination with other departments (including Cybersecurity, Customer Support, Communication)
Manage vendors to ensure timely and effective responses and actions
Collaborate with law enforcement authorities and other external stakeholders to address online brand abuse
Work cross-functionally and facilitate the internal Brand Protection Committee
Trademark Portfolio Management, Enforcement and Strategy: Preparing trademark applications and other prosecution documents for filing
monitoring and maintaining applications through registration worldwide, in coordination with outside counsels
Setting and implementing processes and best practice to support key projects and assist on the protection and launch of new products and services
Managing trademark oppositions, cancellations, and litigation around the world
Resolving trademark disputes using negotiation skills, judgment, creativity, and legal expertise
Developing and implementing global and regional trademark strategies to enhance Ledger brand value, ensuring alignment to our commercial priorities
Coordinating and facilitating the internal Trademark Committee
Agreements and negotiation: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating with other members of the Legal Team different contracts across a broad range of areas including marketing, product design & procurement
IP awareness and business support: Raising IP culture across the business and ensuring compliance with our Trademark Guidelines, including setting new principles as needed. Advising and ensuring that internal stakeholders receive sound, practical, and timely legal advice on IP/trademarks and brand protection related matters
Emerging trends and data analysis: Advising on global changes in legislation and identifying opportunities for Ledger in your area of expertise. Stay abreast of legal developments and industry best practices in the field. Use of technology and data to drive speed, automation and data driven decision making
Wide IP support: Depending on the Ledger business needs, you will be prepared to jump in and support across a wide range of IP areas (AI, specific Web3 issues…) in an industry that is fast-paced and constantly evolving
Budget: setting, forecasting, tracking, and controlling Trademark / Brand Protection legal spend.

Requirements:

Minimum 10 years' of experience in IP, with an expertise in online Trademark and Brand Protection
Stakeholders' relationship management within a large range of activities (marketing, customer service, communications, product design, cyber security, ...)
A track record in protecting brands and users against online scams, phishing, impersonation on social media
An educational background in Law, with an IP specialization would be a plus
Fluent in English (French would be a plus) with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, allowing you to interact and work on matters with international teams
A good knowledge of blockchain technology and Web3 or a keen interest in learning about the space
A proven ability to independently lead and execute challenging engagements with the highest integrity and ethical standards
A collaborative and team player mindset with an ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
Able to offer both practical and theoretical advice demonstrating knowledge of the products and services and good business instincts
Strong entrepreneurship mindset. Creative, flexible, adaptable in the workplace and at ease in a fast pace, very innovative environment. A sense of humour and ability to not take oneself too seriously.

What we offer:

Equity: Employees are the foundation of our success, and we award stock options so you can share in that success as we grow
Flexibility: A hybrid work policy
Social: Annual company outing for Ledgerdary Days, plus frequent social events, snacks and drinks
Medical: Comprehensive health insurance policy offering extensive medical, dental and vision care coverage
Well-being: Personal development, coaching & fitness with our dedicated partners
Vacation: Five weeks of paid leave per year, in addition to national holidays and rest & relaxation (RTT) days High Tech: Access to high performance office equipment and accessories
Transport: Ledger reimburses part of your preferred means of transportation
Discounts: Employee discount on all our products

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 24, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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