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Full-Time

IP Counsel II

Posted on 9/5/2024

Box

Box

1,001-5,000 employees

Cloud-based content management and collaboration solutions

Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$155.5k - $194.5kAnnually

+ Equity + Benefits

Mid, Senior

New York, NY, USA

Candidates can also sit in Redwood City or Austin, but primary location is New York.

Category
Intellectual Property (IP)
Legal & Compliance
Required Skills
Communications
Marketing
Requirements
  • J.D. degree and membership in at least one U.S. state bar
  • 4+ years of trademark and/or general intellectual property experience at a law firm, government, or in-house role, including experience building and enforcing trademark portfolios and counseling on other intellectual property issues such as copyright and open source
  • Experience at a reputable law firm (some in-house legal department or secondment experience preferred)
  • Experience formulating trademark enforcement strategies and negotiating trademark settlement and co-existence agreements, including experience coordinating international trademark enforcement strategies
  • Experience managing a trademark portfolio
  • Experience reviewing marketing materials for compliance with advertising and unfair competition laws preferred
  • Experience with building an open source review and compliance program preferred
  • Experience with patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret litigations and license negotiations
  • Experience managing multiple high priority projects simultaneously
  • Able to develop strategies, manage tight timelines, and provide regular reporting
  • Experience working with and influencing cross-functional partners
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical and collaborative skills
  • Attention to detail, good sense of humor, team player yet autonomous, highest level of judgment and integrity
  • Comfortable juggling multiple demands and shifting priorities
Responsibilities
  • Take a lead role in formulating, directing and managing trademark enforcement strategies around the globe, including reviewing trademark watch list hits and leading online brand enforcement efforts in app stores and social media platforms
  • Manage trademark dispute resolutions and direct trademark oppositions, including gathering evidence, negotiating trademark settlement and co-existence agreements, and devising trademark opposition and cancellation strategies
  • Manage Box’s trademark portfolio, including conducting worldwide clearance searches and directing trademark prosecution
  • Work cross-functionally to provide legal support for marketing materials, communications initiatives, and commercial announcements across the organization, including Box’s annual conferences
  • Manage our domain name portfolio and manage domain related trademark enforcement strategies
  • Work cross-functionally to develop and implement open source strategies and compliance programs that direct how we implement, contribute to, and create open source
  • Assist with IP litigation and disputes, including patent, trademark, copyright and other matters
  • Manage several time-sensitive projects at once, with eagerness to take on the latest legal issues
  • Assist with other projects on the Legal team, as needed

Box provides cloud-based content management and collaboration solutions that enable businesses to securely manage, share, and collaborate on their content. The platform offers features such as secure file storage, sharing, and collaboration tools, along with advanced functionalities like Box AI for Notes and Box AI for Documents, which utilize artificial intelligence to improve productivity by providing instant answers and content creation capabilities. Box differentiates itself from competitors through its focus on customer-centricity and tailored subscription plans that cater to various industries and business sizes. The company's goal is to transform the way people work together by offering a simple, secure, and efficient cloud content management system.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.2B

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Box's recognition as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For® in 2024 highlights its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as the integration with Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service, enhance Box's AI capabilities and offer advanced solutions to its clients.
  • The appointment of experienced leaders like Steve Murphy to the Board of Directors brings valuable expertise and guidance to drive the company's growth.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of content management and collaboration tools is intense, with major players like Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive posing significant challenges.
  • The integration of advanced AI tools requires continuous innovation and investment, which could strain resources and impact profitability.

What makes Box unique

  • Box's integration of AI tools like Box AI for Notes and Documents sets it apart by enhancing productivity through instant answers and content creation capabilities.
  • The company's strong emphasis on security and compliance, particularly in sectors like healthcare, makes it a trusted partner for organizations handling sensitive data.
  • Box's global presence, with significant operations in APAC, allows it to cater to a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to large enterprises and government agencies.

Benefits

Health and Wellness

Family Support

Generous Time Off

Financial Benefits

Community

Evolving Workplace

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