Assistant General Counsel

Join our Legal team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day.

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position: Assistant General Counsel

Department: Legal

Work Location: El Paso, TX; Dallas, TX, Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)

Hybrid Schedule: Helen of Troy associates enjoy the advantages and flexibility of a hybrid working model, allowing for in office 3 days minimum, and remote 2 days. Any changes to this working model would be communicated accordingly.

What you will be doing:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property, to join our multifaceted legal team at Helen of Troy. This pivotal role involves managing and protecting our extensive intellectual property portfolio, developing strategic IP initiatives, and providing experienced legal counsel on all IP-related matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patent law, IP litigation, and licensing, with a consistent track record of supporting innovation and mitigating IP risks in a fast-paced, publicly traded company environment. If you are a proactive and strategic thinker with outstanding legal acumen, we invite you to apply and contribute to our company’s continued success.

• Patent Portfolio Management: Overseeing the development, maintenance, and enforcement of the company’s patent portfolio.

• IP Strategy Development: Collaborating with senior leadership to develop and implement intellectual property strategies that align with business goals.

• IP Litigation Management: Leading and handling intellectual property litigation, including patent, trademark, and copyright disputes.

• IP Licensing and Transactions: Negotiating and drafting IP-related agreements, such as licenses, joint ventures, and technology transfer agreements.

• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating IP risks, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

• External Counsel Coordination: Handling relationships with external legal counsel for specialized IP matters.

• IP Due Diligence: Conducting IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.

• Training and Education: Providing training and mentorship to internal teams on IP matters and best practices.

• Budget Management: Preparing and handling the budget for the IP legal function.

• Innovation Support: Supporting the company’s innovation initiatives by evaluating inventive concepts and ensuring appropriate IP protection.

• Brand Protection: Developing and leading the Company’s brand protection efforts.

• Evaluate various contracts, business arrangements, and initiatives, and provide opinions to business units and company leadership to minimize risk.

• Demonstrate the ability to identify and mitigate risks as they arise.

• Eliminate or reduce risk.

• Be proactive in identifying risks or potential risks.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association-accredited law school.

• 4+ years of in-house or law firm experience in intellectual property.

• Active law license in the state of Texas.

• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Corporate or transactional experience

• Spanish language (read/speak/write)

Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, and Glassdoor.

Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture, and background. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any protected basis.

We will provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon – many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.

At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.