Overview Frida is seeking an experienced, sophisticated, and business-oriented Assistant General Counsel who thinks innovatively and acts proactively to provide legal support to our business in connection with all aspects of the company's IP portfolio and global IP and brand protection strategy. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in all aspects of IP law (including patent law) and a strong track record of protecting and enhancing brand value in a dynamic and fast-paced business environment. The selected candidate will interface with business partners throughout our organization to provide strategic and comprehensive legal counsel to mitigate the company's global risk profile and help accomplish our business objectives. Locations: Miami, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL. Compensation: $140,000.00-$160,000.00 (Miami) or $170,000.00-$195,000.00 (Fort Lauderdale). Responsibilities Pro-actively advocate for, and fiercely protect, all forms of the company's intellectual property assets. Thoughtfully and thoroughly manage, and strategically grow, the company's global IP portfolio, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and related assets. Oversee the company's global portfolio of patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and related assets by developing and implementing comprehensive strategies for IP protection, enforcement and monetization, including leading IP prosecution efforts, conducting clearance searches, investigating infringement matters, drafting cease and desist letters, and counseling on related issues; perform IP audits and ensure proper IP registration, renewals and filings across jurisdictions. Provide strategic legal advice to product, R&D, engineering and executive teams to align IP strategy with innovation and commercial goals, including patentability, branding, product launches and competitive risks and opportunities. Lead brand protection efforts, including monitoring unauthorized use of IP, anti-counterfeiting actions, and enforcement through takedowns, cease-and-desist letters, and litigation when necessary. Collaborate with investigators, outside counsel, and regulatory and enforcement bodies globally. Oversee and manage IP-related disputes, including patent enforcement and defense matters, related litigation and administrative proceedings, coordinating with external counsel as needed. Review, draft and negotiate intellectual property related agreements. Conduct IP audits, due diligence, and risk analysis in M&A transactions and assessments of third-party IP rights. Assist with review, preparation, and negotiation of a wide variety of commercial contracts, including vendor and service contracts, supplier and distribution agreements, customer agreements, NDAs, etc. Stay abreast of, and advise business partners on, changing laws, regulations, and industry standards. Participate in defining and developing corporate policies, procedures, and compliance programs. Other projects, as assigned. What You Will Need Strong relationship builder across all levels of an organization and with external partners. Open, authentic, determined, transparent, and acts with sound judgment, integrity, and candor. High degree of urgency, accountability, and motivation. Exceptional analytical and communication skills, both verbal and written; extraordinary attention to detail. Highly collaborative with a willingness to seek input from others at all levels of the organization. Ability to think holistically about downstream consequences of recommendations. Comfortable navigating ambiguity, a fast-paced environment and quickly changing priorities with good humor and a positive attitude. Skilled in effective management of outside counsel. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree and JD from an accredited, top-tier law school; member of the state bar in one or more U.S. jurisdictions, including Florida (or eligible for in-house admission in Florida). 10+ years of experience practicing law, preferably with a global firm before moving in-house, with a focus on intellectual property and brand protection. Retail/consumer product-focused industry experience required. Patent experience required. Expertise in global patent law, trademark law, anti-counterfeiting strategies, copyright, trade secret protection, and domain name enforcement. Experience in managing related outside legal resources. Who You Will Work With Frida is an organization that values collaboration and community. As the Assistant General Counsel, you will work closely with Marketing, Product Development and Operations teams. Our Ways of Working Frida HQ is located in Miami, Florida, with a flexible option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays and in-person collaboration Tuesdays through Thursdays. Why You Will Love Working at Frida Robust health benefits including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans. Employer-paid life insurance; supplemental insurance options including Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability. FSA & HSA; 401k matching up to 4% with immediate vesting. Generous paid time off program including elective PTO days, federal holidays, sick/wellness days, and a birthday floater. Flexible paid parental leave. Weekly wellness programming and perks. Dog-friendly office. Learning and development opportunities for professional and personal growth. Company-wide events and team engagement. Exclusive employee product discounts. EEO Frida provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Privacy Policy By applying for this position, you acknowledge that your information will be used as described in Frida's Job Applicant Privacy Policy: https://frida.com/pages/fridababy-job-applicant-privacy-policy Agency and Third-Party Submissions Please note this is a direct search led by Frida. Applications from agencies and other third parties will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited resumes. Fridababy LLC will never request personal information during the application or recruitment process. All legitimate communication will come from official @frida.com or @fridababy.com addresses or verified recruiting partners. If you receive suspicious outreach, please report it to frida.hr@frida.com or cyber@frida.com.

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