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Brand Protection Specialist - Contractor

Est. $82,475 - $170,000 / year
Posted Aug 31
Contractor
RemoteSan Francisco, California

Company Description

Wish is a mobile e-commerce platform that flips traditional shopping on its head. We connect hundreds of millions of people with the widest selection of delightful, surprising, and—most importantly—affordable products delivered directly to their doors. Each day on Wish, millions of customers in more than 100 countries around the world discover new products. For our over 1 million merchant partners, anyone with a good idea and a mobile phone can instantly tap into a global market.

We're fueled by creating unique products and experiences that give people access to a new type of commerce, where all are welcome. If you’ve been searching for a supportive environment to chase your curiosity and use data to investigate the questions that matter most to you, this is the place.

Job Description

We’re looking for a Brand Protection Specialist who is excited about helping maintain Wish’s strict policy against Intellectual Property (“IP”) violations. This role requires providing support to the Brand Protection team by reviewing IP documentation, processing IP infringement claims, developing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.. You will be responsible for reviewing product listings suspected of IP infringement, reviewing branded material, verifying IP registrations, and perform any other duties as assigned.  

 

What you'll do

  • Review and monitor product listings from merchants on our global marketplace to help ensure the listings meet policy and company standards.

  • Review large data sets of product listings and merchant accounts to locate product listings suspected of IP infringement and take appropriate action per Wish’s policies. 

  • Review Intellectual Property complaints and perform in-depth investigations for escalated matters. 

  • Review IP documents (such as copyright, patent, or  trademark registrations) and verify its authenticity through the appropriate IP agency such as US Copyright office, USPTO, EUIPO, and other jurisdictions. 

  • Review disputes from merchants whose product listings were removed due to Intellectual Property violations.

  • Review branded products, authorization documentation, and maintain a positive and productive working relationship with brands owners and/or it’s representatives.

  • Monitor and analyze the team’s objectives and goals; suggest recommendations to increase efficiency.

  • Take part in weekly connects to review updates, propose changes and identify potential gaps or risks/issues.

  • Work independently, effectively prioritize and manage your time.

  • Communicate effectively with internal leadership to identify challenges and propose solutions and areas for improvement.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

  • 2+ year of intellectual property and/or brand protection experience

  • Knowledge of intellectual property rights and protections 

  • Knowledge of retrieving information from local and foreign intellectual property agencies. 

  • Proficiency in spreadsheets and presentation creation tools

  • Must be able to quickly learn internal tools and dashboards

  • Ability to work both collaboratively and independently

  • Must be comfortable with repetitive tasks

  • Proven experience effectively prioritizing workload to meet deadlines and work objectives

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented

  • Excellent writing, editing, and administrative skills

  • Creative, analytical and passionate about our company’s mission

Nice-to-haves:

  • Experience working in eCommerce

  • Experience working in a startup

  • Ability to read Simplified Chinese and/or Mandarin


Here at Wish, you are joining a team and company at a time of growth and transformation. You will love being surrounded by people who are as passionate as you are about e-commerce, technology, and a data-driven culture. Even if you don't meet 100% of the above, we encourage you to still apply!

Additional Information

Wish values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate based on any legally-protected class or characteristic. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let your recruiter know. For job positions in San Francisco, CA, and other locations where required, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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