IPR - Brand Cooperation Leader - Americas

ng our marketplace is safe and trustworthy for not only users, but also sellers and creators. We value user satisfaction and work on policies, rules and systems to ensure quality. The Brand Cooperation within GNE engages directly with a wide network of stakeholders including rights holders, IP associations, government officials, law enforcement agencies and service providers to understand their brand protection needs and to collaborate on initiatives aimed at IPR protection. You will play a critical role in shaping and maintaining positive relationships between our organization and government entities at local, regional, or national levels.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the designing, developing and implementing of TikTok Shopping's IPR protection programme, policies and strategies.
• Lead and support teams in responding to, investigating, managing and resolving high-impact brand-related incidents and escalations around product authenticity (counterfeit, trademark, copyright) and safety issues.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government officials, agencies, and key stakeholders. Cultivate a network of contacts to support the organization's advocacy efforts.
• Collaborate with industry associations, advocacy groups, and coalitions to advance common goals and objectives.
• Take a leading role in drafting and presenting brand-related deep-dive documents, including responses to senior executives and time-sensitive PR/ legal issues.
• Build and maintain an effective network in support of TikTok shopping's IPR protection programme both internally (https://e.g. key business representatives, IP Legal, public relations, communications, marketing teams), and externally (https://e.g. governments, trade associations, law enforcement authorities) through brand diplomacy, conferences, networking opportunities, workshops, etc..
• Plan and roll out events and activities to promote awareness of TikTok shopping's IPR protection programme for internal and external https://stakeholders.While closely monitoring media and global events to anticipate and mitigate potential brand-related risks.
• Manage projects which implement TikTok shopping's IPR protection programme, policies and strategies.
• Participate in the development of an efficient and functional framework for TikTok shopping, rights holders and law enforcement agencies to conduct joint enforcement actions. Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, law, or a related field; a master's degree or JD is preferred.
• A minimum of 15-18 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, brand relations or a related field, with a proven track record of successful advocacy efforts.
• Strong understanding of government structures, legislative processes, and IP regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with government officials and external stakeholders.
• Analytical thinking and the ability to translate complex policy issues into actionable strategies.
• Proficiency in research and analysis of legislative and regulatory issues.

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.

TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tac.accommodations@https://tiktok.com The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $172900 - $304000 annually.​Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.​Our company benefits are designed to convey company culture and values, to create an efficient and inspiring work environment, and to support our employees to give their best in both work and life. We offer the following benefits to eligible employees: ​We cover 100% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, approximately 75% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account(HSA) with a company match. As well as Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans. In addition to Flexible Spending Account(FSA) Options like Health Care, Limited Purpose and Dependent Care. ​Our time off and leave plans are: 10 paid holidays per year plus 17 days of Paid Personal Time Off (PPTO) (prorated upon hire and increased by tenure) and 10 paid sick days per year as well as 12 weeks of paid Parental leave and 8 weeks of paid Supplemental Disability. ​We also provide generous benefits like mental and emotional health benefits through our EAP and Lyra. A 401K company match, gym and cellphone service reimbursements. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.​