Celine Intellectual Property Lawyer

Paris • France

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Celine, a prestigious French fashion and leather goods house, is part of the LVMH conglomerate, a global leader in luxury. The brand is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation, aspiring to become one of the most iconic luxury brands worldwide. Celine offers a dynamic and inspiring environment for professionals eager to contribute to its ambitious vision.

1. Manage the brand's portfolio of trademarks, designs, and domain names in collaboration with industrial property advisors, including compiling notoriety and usage evidence files.
2. Coordinate anti-counterfeiting efforts, assess product authenticity, and oversee criminal and customs litigation.
3. Validate communication campaigns and materials, draft and manage contracts related to shoots (photographers, videographers, models, music, etc.), and handle legal aspects of fashion shows, including image rights transfers and adherence to the LVMH Charter.
4. Draft and negotiate contracts involving intellectual property rights, including rights transfers for photographers, videographers, musicians, artists, music licensing and production, art purchases and licenses, freelance contracts, collaborations, and agreements related to models, influencers, and brand ambassadors.
5. Monitor pre-litigation and litigation cases with attorneys, draft cease-and-desist letters, and gather evidence.
6. Provide daily legal advice to operational teams, draft opinions and recommendations, conduct training, validate marketing/style projects, assess risks, and perform prior art searches.
7. Conduct legal monitoring.

1. Master's degree in Intellectual Property Law, potentially supplemented by an LLM.
2. Approximately 6 years of experience, preferably in a law firm.

1. Excellent organizational skills, dynamism, responsiveness, and critical thinking.
2. High level of confidentiality, priority management, teamwork, and exceptional writing skills.
3. Diplomacy, pragmatism, autonomy, and strong communication skills.
4. Solution-oriented and proactive.
5. Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required, preferably within a law firm. Experience in the fashion industry is advantageous but not mandatory.

Master's degree in Intellectual Property Law, potentially supplemented by an LLM.

Celine offers a respectful and inclusive work environment where all employees feel integrated, supported, and heard. The company is committed to preventing discrimination and providing equal opportunities to all candidates, regardless of gender, disability, origin, religious belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected criteria.

Celine fosters a culture of mutual respect and inclusivity, ensuring that every employee is valued and their unique talents recognized. The brand is dedicated to creating a supportive atmosphere that encourages professional growth and innovation.