IP & Brand Protection Specialist

Job Description:

Epson, a global technology leader, is seeking an exceptional IP & Brand Protection Specialist to join our Brand Protection team. You will be responsible for implementing Brand Protection online enforcement strategies, and handling related matters including but not limited to Trademarks, Patents, and Copyright. You will manage a high volume of reporting and tracking for the department and act as liaison to Seiko Epson Corporation in Japan with limited supervision.

Epson is focused on enriching lives and creating a better world through engineered precision, exceptional people, enduring partnerships and a commitment to the environment. From home and office to commercial and industrial printers, projectors to robots and beyond, Epson offers an extensive portfolio of efficient, compact and precise solutions that make an impact and achieve lasting results for our customers and partners.

This position is 100% remote.

What you will be doing:

Brand Protection

• Manages and updates the Brand Protection share drive to ensure all required documents are allocated in its corresponding libraries.
• Maintains Case Management database.
• Implements processes that are compliant with internal and external standards and reporting requirements.
• Monitors, reviews, and analyzes global online marketplaces for infringing consumer products, collaborating closely with external vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Files takedowns regarding trademarks and copyright violations using third-party monitoring tools, platform complaint programs, or directly via other party’s policies.
• Implements data-driven strategies for brand enforcement, including tracking and reporting.
• Identifies high value targets and online trends for further investigation.

Intellectual Property

• Maintains organized and up-to-date records of all trademark, patent, and copyright-related activities, correspondence, and documentation
• Prepares and maintains financial and budget reports required by Seiko Epson Corporation
• Authenticates products and coordinates authentication with internal stakeholders as needed.
• Monitors Epson’s trademarks and competitors' trademarks for potential infringement or unauthorized use.

What you will bring:

• Strong analytical ability and project coordination skills
• Experience communicating and building relationships with internal and external partners
• Solid interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Solid written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and juggle multiple tasks
• Versed in navigating online marketplaces and has understanding of online operations
• Desire to learn and develop new skills
• Microsoft Office experience, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• 2-3 years experience trademark or other intellectual property experience preferred
• Completion of a 2-year program at a community college, technical or commercial school, or equivalent experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred

Employee Benefits

In addition to joining a team of dedicated professionals who support each other and are passionate about their work, you’ll also enjoy a variety of attractive, industry-leading benefits.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage eligibility on start date
• Generous paid time off, including sick time, vacation, and holidays
• Income protection plans, including life insurance and short-term and long-term disability programs paid by the company
• 401K plan with company matching
• Educational reimbursement, employee assistant program (EAP), adoption assistance, employee discounts and much more!

The starting annual base pay for this role is between USD $68,958. and $90,507. Please note that this position’s salary range may include multiple levels. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Epson America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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