Corporate Counsel

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited possibilities, priced so low, you can always say yes to the newest, coolest stuff! Just ask any of our over 20,000 associates who work at Five Below and they’ll tell you there’s no other place like it. It all starts with our purpose and then, The Five Below Way, which is our values and behaviors that each and every associate believes in.

It’s all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace!

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute Five Below’s intellectual property strategy to align with company initiatives and evolving business needs.
• Oversee day-to-day logistics of Five Below’s global intellectual property portfolio, including coordination with outside portfolio counsel and involvement in all trademark oppositions, cancellations, and portfolio maintenance matters; review watch notices, and gather and prepare evidence for office actions, and other trademark matters.
• Manage intellectual property-related disputes, including product-related disputes and litigation, as needed.
• Conduct trademark and design clearances and research on a variety of intellectual property issues.
• Identify and analyze patent claims and perform product review and analyses for potential patent issues.
• Provide advice related to product compliance, including but not limited to, product labelling.
• Advise on and review advertising and marketing strategies, claims, and social media posts.
• Review, draft, and negotiate intellectual property related agreements, including merchandise related licensing agreements, and sponsorship and influencer agreements.
• Provide counseling on trade secret and confidentiality-related matters.
• Advise on IP-related matters in connection with commercial and other transactions.
• Support the general legal needs of the Product Development, Supply Chain, Merchandising,  and Marketing teams as a trusted advisor.
• Help develop and implement new intellectual property-related processes, policies and training, based on legal and regulatory requirements, industry standards and best practices.

Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school. Admitted and member in good standing with the PA Bar (or ability to waive in to become a member).
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant legal experience (in-house experience a plus).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as presentation and negotiation skills.
• Well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills; high attention to detail.
• Excellent judgment and the highest level of personal integrity.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and to manage resources in a cost effective manner.
• Creative problem solver able to deliver clear, strategic advice to clients in a timely manner.
• Able to balance multiple projects while remaining highly organized.
• Proficient with technology, including with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other systems.
• Able to maintain flexibility and readiness to take on other duties as assigned.
• Outstanding references.

Explore our benefits site to discover all the perks and support we offer! From health coverage to financial and personal wellness, we've got you covered—check it out today! benefits.fivebelow.com/public/welcome

Five Below is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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