IP LEGAL COUNSEL - Maternity Cover

Join to apply for the IP LEGAL COUNSEL - Maternity Cover role at Valentino A career in Maison Valentino offers an opportunity to grow in a space where business and creativity intersect within an inclusive, open-minded community. Maison Valentino values a colleague-centric approach, where individual contributions and behaviors are key to our collective success. Each Valentino colleague plays a crucial role in ensuring that all needs are met with mastery, creativity, uniqueness, and care. Valentino is seeking an IP LEGAL COUNSEL as a maternity cover based in Rome . Main Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive clearance searches for trademarks and designs to support Valentino collections (Design & Naming). Perform trademark searches using major national and international databases to identify potential conflicts or risks promptly. Carry out prior art searches and comparative analyses of existing designs and registered rights across key markets. Support internal stakeholders (including Creative, Marketing & Communication, Licensing, Customer Care & After Sales teams) on IP-related matters, providing clear and practical legal guidance. Requirements: A law degree with a strong academic background in legal studies, preferably with a focus or demonstrated interest in Intellectual Property. At least 1 year of professional experience within a legal or in-house department, ideally in IP matters within the fashion, luxury, or creative industries. Good knowledge of IP portfolio management, trademark clearance processes, and brand protection strategies. Proficiency in both English and Italian (written and spoken) is essential. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and build relationships across departments. Detail-oriented and well-organized mindset. The Valentino ecosystem fosters a diverse pool of talents, each contributing their unique attributes to nurture a culture of inclusivity and equity. An inspiring sense of belonging, passion, and engagement forms the foundation of our multifaceted world. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: provincia-di-roma, IT

Posted Date: 6/16/2025