The Elevator Pitch:

The IACC is a lean and highly operational organization and the leading voice for companies on counterfeiting issues. Through engaging in issue advocacy, law enforcement training, events, strategic partnerships, and collaborative programs at the national and international level, we build bridges and creative solutions to fight the ever-growing issue of Intellectual Property (IP) theft around the world.

As an International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition (IACC) Program Manager, you will work as part of the Corporate Strategy Team, operating an integral IP Protection Program, the IACC-Amazon Program. You will have the unique opportunity to interact with a wide range of stakeholders across the IACC, its members, and Amazon, including senior leaders. You will work on strategic and highly visible initiatives that truly have an impact on the IP protection landscape. You will be empowered to innovate and bring new ideas to the table. Ideas that drive change and solve unique challenges.

Success in the Role:

The primary objective of this position will be to oversee and execute the day-to-day operations of the IACC-Amazon Program; one of the association's major online enforcement initiatives operated in partnership with Amazon. The IACC is also in the early stages of establishing at least one additional strategic collaboration with a different international marketplace, and you will assist with the development and execution of this Program from the ground up.

You are an energetic, process-minded, and motivated collaborator with the ability to think critically and strategically,  actively listen, problem solve, and communicate effectively with all levels, including senior leadership. You will bring a fresh perspective to the role as a self-starter with an international mindset and an agile approach to issues.

If you are a recent law graduate, please consider applying for this role.

The Work:

You will execute and oversee the operations of one-to-two IP protection programs with world-renowned companies such as Amazon. This includes:

• Executing and ensuring the successful operation of the Programs, including processing, tracking, and securing the timely resolution of Program submissions made by rights-holder participants; recruiting and onboarding new participants; hosting meetings (virtually or otherwise), and guiding and supporting brands throughout their participation.
• Acting as the primary liaison and trusted advisor for brand participants, Amazon, and other marketplace partners.
• Developing and implementing Program protocols and procedures.
• Managing legal agreements and Program assets.
• Engaging with participant brands to collect feedback and identify strategic opportunities.
• Contributing to the development and expansion of new Program features in response to emerging trends and priority issues.
• Contributing to the development and execution of program communications, materials, and events.

Here's What You Need

The IACC and its Programs are one of a kind. We appreciate that there is no established training or experience specifically tailored to the Program Manager role and encourage individuals with a broad range of professional experiences and backgrounds to apply.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of project management
• 1-3 years of process or protocol development
• 1-3 years of client services, customer management, and/or dispute resolution
• Excellent communications, organizational, and writing skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills – the ability to break down complex matters and identify solutions will be key
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team

Bonus Points for

• Relevant advanced degree, J.D. or LLM
• An understanding of intellectual property issues and enforcement
• Experience involving e-commerce platforms or other online intermediaries
• Proposal writing and/or public speaking experience
• Database management abilities

What We Offer

The IACC offers generous benefits to eligible employees, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance with no employee contribution required, 401k and 401k matching, long and short-term disability, parental leave, and paid time off.

This role is located in Washington, D.C. (temporarily remote.)  Candidates must have the willingness and ability to commute to 15th Street NW, Washington, D.C.

The Organization

Comprised of approximately 250 corporations, trade associations, and professional firms and founded over 40 years ago, the IACC is the world's oldest and largest organization representing exclusively the interests of companies concerned with trademark counterfeiting, piracy, and the related theft of intellectual property.

IACC members include many of the world's best-known brands from a broad cross-section of industries such as luxury goods and apparel, automotive, consumer goods, entertainment, pharmaceutical, and other product sectors.

How to Apply

 If you are excited by this opportunity, please provide a cover letter (including salary expectations) and an updated resume/curriculum vitae electronically to cdenson@asaecenter.org with a subject line: IACC – Program Manager.

• Please attach a resume, titled as:  Last Name – First Name IACC Resume
• Please attach a cover letter, titled as: Last Name – First Name IACC Cover
• Please attach any other documents, titled as:  Last Name – First Name IACC Additional

IACC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.