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Director, Intellectual Property

Reddit · Remote - United States · Remote

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About Reddit

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About the role

We’re looking for a pragmatic, strategic IP expert to join our Legal team. In this role, you will use your experience, expertise, and proactive approach to drive Reddit’s global IP strategy, provide seasoned counsel, and make a big impact on Reddit’s rapidly-growing business.

What they're looking for

  • JD, top academic background, and current license in a state bar in the United States
  • 10+ years of experience as an IP litigator, preferably with a mix of big law firm training and in-house experience at a tech or fast-paced company
  • Strong understanding of copyright, patent, trademark, and trade secret law
  • Ability to lead on a wide variety of IP matters and proactively collaborate with various teams across Reddit
  • Proven track record navigating intricate and emerging copyright litigation challenges
  • Ability to think strategically at a high-level and from deep in the details to drive complex problem solving and develop creative, business-forward solutions
More about this role

Reddit is a community of communities. It’s built on shared interests, passion, and trust, and is home to the most open and authentic conversations on the internet. Every day, Reddit users submit, vote, and comment on the topics they care most about. With 100,000+ active communities and approximately 130 million daily active unique visitors, Reddit is one of the internet’s largest sources of information. For more information, visit www.redditinc.com .

We’re looking for a pragmatic, strategic IP expert to join our Legal team. In this role, you will use your experience, expertise, and proactive approach to drive Reddit’s global IP strategy, provide seasoned counsel, and make a big impact on Reddit’s rapidly-growing business.

  • Define and continuously evolve Reddit’s worldwide IP litigation strategy, aligning it with Reddit’s product roadmaps, market positioning, risk profile, and long-term business goals.
  • Oversee Reddit’s global IP portfolio, ensuring it is aligned with Reddit’s business priorities and competitive differentiation objectives.
  • Shape and refine Reddit’s international litigation and strategic stance regarding a diverse array of emerging, novel IP matters.
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