Intellectual Property & Brand Protection Paralegal, IP & Brand Protection

THE TEAM

The mission of the Intellectual Property (IP) & Brand Protection Department is to aggressively safeguard and preserve our brand.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our IP & Brand Protection team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for safeguarding Aritzias brand image and ensuring Aritzia strategically capitalizes on IP value. As the Paralegal IP & Brand Protection you will support with maintaining the integrity and efficiency of our IP and Brand protection operations by managing key databases coordinating critical administrative tasks and executing brand protection activities. With the skills you gain in this role the opportunities are endless from a rewarding career in IP & Brand Protection to continued growth and development with Aritzia.

THE ROLE

As the Paralegal IP & Brand Protection you will support with:

• Establishing Aritzias approach to IP & Brand Protection.
• Identifying and advising on brand protection opportunities including conducting IP and brand risk assessments.
• Capitalizing on Intellectual Property value including managing the IP database.
• Identifying imitation misrepresentation and reputational risks to our brand.
• Seamlessly remediating brand infringements.
• Responding quickly to brand infringements and mitigating future abuse.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Paralegal IP & Brand Protection has:

• Proven skills certifications education and/or experience in Intellectual Property & Brand Protection.
  • Deep knowledge of the fashion landscape is an asset.
  • Experience operating in a fast-paced environment and supporting international legal matters is an asset.
• A commitment to learn and apply Aritzias Values and Business and People Leadership principles.
• The ability to collaborate fluently with cross-functional partners.
• A commitment to quality and investing in results that add value to the business.

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $50000 - $100000 CAD per year. The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge skills and experience.

We are always looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above the scope of work and final agreed upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

Aritzias Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities through our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits aspirational workspaces and elevated employee perks and experiences we provide it all.

THE PERKS

Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

• Product Discount Maybe youve heard of our famous product discount Or our exclusive private shopping events You have now.
• A-OK Commissary & Cafe Everyday Luxury dining exclusive to Aritzia. Our in-house bistro and cafe is a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated subsidized Everyday Luxury dining.
• The SET Our in-office fitness studio and gym with state-of-the-art equipment custom-created classes and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week it works out well.
• Aritzia Virtual Wellness Because your health happiness and safety matter we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals whether theyre physical mental social or financial.
• Aspirational Workplace Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity productivity and inspiration. Theyre also dog friendly. Woof.
• Amenities Additional amenities include a private parents room shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences bike rooms and more.
• The Extras We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry-cleaning hotel and restaurant discounts self-care promos and on-site medical care.

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive diverse and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race ethnicity citizenship creed place of origin religion sex gender identity gender expression sexual orientation family status marital status disability age and any other protected characteristic.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.