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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About SHEIN</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p>Founded in 2012, SHEIN is a leading global online retailer and marketplace with operations in Los Angeles (Los Angeles and Indiana), Guangzhou and Singapore, along with other key markets. SHEIN reaches consumers across more than 150 countries and regions around the world. We place a premium on choice, delivering more than 6,000 new fashion, beauty and lifestyle products daily with more than a million items available. Our mission is to help people express their individuality through the latest trends that are accessible and affordable.</p>
<p>To learn more about SHEIN, follow us at shein.com, sheingroup.com, instagram.com/sheinofficial and youtube.com/shein.</p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Position Summary</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p>SHEIN Distribution Corporation (SHEIN US) is seeking a Senior Counsel, IP & Litigation who will be primarily responsible for providing legal advice on a wide-range of IP matters to cross-functional teams and handling the company’s dispute matters. This will include investigating and responding to complaints and managing litigation with outside counsel in connection with various business, intellectual property and other types of commercial and transactional disputes. You will partner closely with members of the US Legal team and business departments and support internal clients of all levels. This is a strong growth opportunity for an enterprising lawyer looking to join a fast-paced and dynamic team. </p>
<p>This role will be primarily responsible for handling the company’s dispute matters but also serve as an IP generalist. This position is expected to be a key business partner and to contribute to the success of the Company by combining both legal and business expertise to understand SHEIN’s operations and strategic goals. This attorney will be expected to work effectively across internal legal and non-legal functions.</p>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Job Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Coordinating with internal teams and outside counsel on litigation matters relating to a variety of legal and regulatory matters. </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"> Providing advice and counsel regarding product designs, including mitigating risk and identifying potentially protectible elements.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Working with internal and external stakeholders with respect to compliance with SHEIN’s marketplace policies.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Advising internal teams on marketplace governance matters.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Counsel and provide legal guidance on general IP matters, including trademark, copyright, and Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Preparing and responding to takedown notices and cease and desist letters.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Performing other duties as assigned or required.</li>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Job Requirements</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Minimum of five years of intellectual property experience at a law firm, including federal intellectual property litigation. A combination of law firm and in-house experience preferred.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Must be a current member of good standing of at least one state bar.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">In-depth knowledge of laws relating to copyright, trademark, trade dress and right of publicity.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">In-depth knowledge of laws pertaining to platform liability.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Ecommerce, marketplace and/or start-up experience is strongly preferred.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Respond to a wide range of legal inquiries from internal stakeholders, focusing on understanding their needs, providing practical solutions and effectively managing risk.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Exceptional legal drafting, research and analytical skills.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Ability to make quick decisions while exercising good judgment.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Have a strong work ethic, attention to detail and sense of professional accountability.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1">Ability to work collaboratively with team members in other parts of the world. </li>
</ul>
<p>SHEIN is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.</p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Benefits and Perks</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":257}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="none">Bonus eligible</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Health Savings Account with Employer Funding</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent care)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Company-Paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Voluntary Benefit Offerings (Voluntary Life/AD&D, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Employee Assistance Program</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Business Travel Accident Insurance</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">401(k) Savings Plan with discretionary company match and access to a financial advisor </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Vacation, paid holidays, floating holiday and sick days </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Employee discounts</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Free weekly catered lunch</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Dog-friendly office (available at select locations)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Free gym access (available at select locations)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Free swag giveaways</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Annual Holiday Party</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Invitations to pop-ups and other company events</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":0}">#LI-ED1</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$101,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$180,000 USD</span></div></div></div>
Perks & benefits
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Pension Matching
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