City : Brampton, Ontario

Category : Full time

Industry : Legal

Employer : Shoppers Drug Mart®

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. 

We are looking to hire a full-time Trademark Agent/Specialist to support the Loblaw Companies Limited (“LCL”) group of businesses (including Loblaw grocery banners, Shoppers Drug Mart, T&T Supermarket and Joe Fresh). You will provide expert guidance and practical business solutions to empower our various business groups to achieve their objectives with your key focus being trademark clearance and review of marketing materials from an IP perspective.

In addition, you may be asked to assist with the prosecution and renewal of our company-wide trademark portfolio and act as a liaison between various business units and external counsel on these matters. The successful candidate will provide sound, practical advice, using strong judgment in a fast-paced business environment.

Loblaw has adopted a hybrid working model. For this position, you would be required to work a minimum of 4 days per week in the office.

Accountabilities:

• Conduct trademark clearance searches and review marketing materials to provide assessment of the IP/trademark risks.
• With support from external counsel and the other members of the IP team, assist with the management of LCL’s Canadian and international trademark portfolios.
• Provide IP/trademark support on special projects and major marketing initiatives.
• Be a trusted trademark advisor to the business by establishing relationships through collaboration and valuable expertise.
• Develop and facilitate training sessions to the procurement group, marketing team, and other business groups functions as applicable.
• Assist with managing and updating the IP team’s online resource library of self-serve tools for the business to leverage. This includes standardized legal templates, pre-approved copy, tips, guidelines, how to’s, regulations and more.
• Participate in the development and delivery of annual team objectives.
• Be an active participant within the Legal Department, including participation in committees of interest.
• Personally demonstrate and foster within the IP team a culture of excellence that reflects Loblaw values.
   

Required Experience/Skills/Qualifications:

• Registered Trademark Agent with CPATA with 3+ years of relevant trademark/intellectual property experience.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• A self-starter and team player with a professional manner.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while balancing competing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• In-house experience is an asset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.  
 
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.