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IP Counsel, IP Platform Governance, EMEA

Location
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London

Employment Type
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Regular

Job Code
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A40715

Responsibilities

About the Team:
The Global Legal IP Protection and Platform Governance team operates under the global legal. The team supports multiple business units of TikTok to build and update global external and internal policies and rules, implements IP laws and regulations in each region so as to ensure our platform is safe and trustworthy for not only users, but also IP rights holders. Within the legal work framework, the team is committed to protecting IP rights.

We are looking for an experienced IP attorney for a position that offers the candidate a unique opportunity to be part of a growing team dedicated to working with cross functional teams, especially in the UK and EU, to develop and improve our platform governance in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must be highly collaborative, self-motivated, a strategic thinker, and intellectually curious.

Responsibilities

• Support business units including TikTok Shop, TikTok UGC, etc. in establishing and updating global or regional IP governance-related policies and education articles, internal SOPs, and developing tools and processes for improving user/right owner experience while minimizing IPR risk in the area assigned by leadership.
• Support business units including TikTok Shop, TikTok UGC, etc. in responding to, investigating, managing, and resolving local high-impact IP disputes or related incidents.
• Work together with cross-functional teams to manage external relationships with brands, industry associations, law enforcement, and government regulators, through directly participating meetings, advising on talking points, setting SOPs, reviewing agreements or memorandums, etc.
• Monitor local legal requirements, industry practices, and business developments. Provide guidance or lead cross-functional teams to implement the same.
• Support or drive global or regional legal projects to promote awareness of IP protection for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage local outside counsels to guarentee the deliverable quality.
• Organize and provide IP training to internal colleagues.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualificatons

• Solid experience as an IP lawyer working in a top law firm or an in-house legal team of relevant industries.
• Qualified Lawyer familiar with IP laws, rules and regulations in the UK and EU and industry's best practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and effectively liaise with internal and external teams, with experience in handling complex cross-functional matters.
• Able to develop and execute project plans, independently monitor, and ensure timely delivery of project deliverables.
• Demonstrated capacity for critical thinking. Ability to manage ambiguity and thrive in a fast-paced working environment.
• Able to identify risks in a forward-looking manner and provide solutions.
• Proven ability to cross-functionally over multiple regions and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from an ABA accredited law school (or foreign equivalent) will be a plus.
• Experience in E-commerce/social media IP protection will be a plus.
• Familiar with the trends and developments of IP laws and regulations in platform governance will be a plus.

Job Information

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

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Why Join Us

Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.

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We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

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Diversity & Inclusion

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TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.