As part of our "Competence Center eCommerce Law," you will help
shape the legal framework for current and future IP-related activities,
particularly trademarks. You will advise stakeholders on IP, unfair
competition, and eCommerce law, protect Zalando’s trademark portfolio,
handle IP-related cease and desist letters, and support teams in brand
creation and design to ensure legal protection from the start.
Additionally, you will manage opposition, court, and regulatory
proceedings across multiple markets while coordinating with external
legal partners and service providers.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision
starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender
identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious
belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture,
age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates
on their qualifications and merit.
We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to
inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you
throughout the hiring process.
do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy:
https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
Our employee resource groups:
https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
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Advise internal stakeholders on IP, unfair competition and eCommerce
law.
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Protect Zalando’s trademark portfolio by addressing unauthorized
third-party use.
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Handle IP-related cease and desist letters directed at Zalando.
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Support teams in the brand creation process, ensuring legal
protection from the start.
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Provide IP law guidance in the design creation and buying process for
our private labels.
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Manage opposition, court, and regulatory proceedings across multiple
markets, working closely with external legal partners.
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Coordinate and oversee external lawyers and service providers to
ensure effective case management.
WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
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You have successfully completed state German exams with above-average
results.
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You have at least 2 years of professional experience from a law firm
or a company in the area of IP law, Unfair Competition law and
eCommerce.
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You have experience and a talent to efficiently manage multiple local
external advisors and the ability to translate their input into
pragmatic and workable solutions for our Business teams.
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You have an excellent command of English.
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You are interested in familiarizing yourself quickly with the issues
mentioned and a talent to manage different projects at the same time
efficiently.
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You are also interested in the economic and business context.
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You enjoy taking on new challenges, thinking and acting quickly and
managing and initiating projects independently.
If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if
you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right
candidate for this or other roles!
OUR OFFER
Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can
expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we
offer.
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Employee shares program
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You can expect a competitive salary and rewarding perks.
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40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30%
off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners
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2 paid volunteering days a year
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Hybrid working model with 60% (or more) remote per week, actual
practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration
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Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
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27 days of vacation a year to start
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Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
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Family services, including counseling and support
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Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)
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Mental health support and coaching available
Learn all about Zalando and our values here:
https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us