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This industry-leading practice advises startups and emerging companies of all sizes, as well as the venture capital and institutional partners that fuel the entrepreneurial ecosystem. From formation to equity and growth financings through IPO and beyond, the team delivers tailored, cost-conscious solutions and strategic counsel at every stage. With deep experience in innovation industries - including technology, biotech, life sciences, and next-gen manufacturing - and a presence in all major venture hubs globally, they advise on hundreds of financings totaling billions of dollars annually. Combining global reach with multidisciplinary expertise, the group helps clients navigate complex challenges, connect investors with innovators, and position companies for optimal liquidity events. Their collaborative culture and forward-thinking approach make them more than advisors - they're an engine of growth for their clients. About the Role We are seeking a highly qualified associate to join the Emerging Companies & Growth Practice. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and wants to work with some of the most innovative companies and investors in the market. Responsibilities: Advise emerging growth companies and investors on formation, financing, and strategic transactions. Lead and support venture capital financings, corporate governance matters, and liquidity events. Collaborate across practice groups to deliver integrated solutions for complex challenges. Build and maintain strong client relationships within the innovation economy. Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of experience in emerging growth companies, public companies, and/or capital markets. Strong academic credentials and a track record of excellence in corporate advisory work. Entrepreneurial mindset with exceptional communication and collaboration skills. Must be admitted to practice in California. Why Join This Team? Work with market-leading clients in technology, life sciences, and other innovation sectors. Be part of a global platform with deep expertise and strong relationships in the venture ecosystem. Competitive compensation ($260,000 - $420,000) and comprehensive benefits, including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Generous vacation and parental leave Fertility and family support benefits Life and disability insurance Pre-tax commuter benefits and backup care

IP Associate, San Francisco page is loaded## IP Associate, San Franciscolocations: San Francisco, CA, United States of Americatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: R-100454Kobre & Kim consistently seeks exceptional candidates with the talent to deliver outstanding service that anticipates client needs.**Position Details**:Kobre & Kim is looking for an IP litigation associate to join our thriving trial-focused patent and trade secret practice in San Francisco. The ideal candidate is a driven, self-motivated litigator with patent experience and a strong interest in developing standup and trial experience in high-stakes technology disputes. The firm's successful IP practice seeks creative and strategically minded candidates who are hungry to take on lead roles in major litigation, including taking and defending depositions, writing and arguing substantive motions, and meaningful participation on trial teams, including preparing witnesses, pretrial argument, and strategy.The firm has multiple large patent and trade secrets cases going to trial in the next 18 months, and we want candidates who are looking for a transformative experience that will vault them into the next stage of their career.You will join our highly regarded global team that regularly serves as special litigation counsel, avoiding conflicts that often prevent other firms from taking on the large-scale litigation common in patent infringement, trade secrets and IP and technology-related commercial disputes. As a result, we aggressively represent our clients even when facing industry-wide opposition. We are not just any other law firm that can be averse to large companies but being conflict-free by design allows us to be aggressive in a way that other law firms cannot.**Requirements:*** Graduated law school between 2022 - 2019* Juris Doctorate Degree* Robust writing, drafting and editing skills* Clerkships and trial experience are always beneficial* Undergraduate degree in the engineering, chemistry, biology and/or computer science fields are valuable but not required Kobre & Kim focuses solely on disputes and investigations. Our lawyers collaborate on cross-border teams that handle matters involving criminal defense and regulatory enforcement; internal investigations; civil and commercial litigation; class actions; judgment enforcement and asset recovery; and financial products and services disputes.Being part of our team will give you experience unrivaled in the world of premium high-stakes litigation. We recognize that our greatest asset is our people, so we want the best and the brightest to find and fulfill their true potential with us. We are looking for a new breed of litigators who combine substantive legal skills, problem-solving capabilities, intellectual rigor, determination, and a global outlook, with the creativity and people skills to have a real impact on the delivery of our innovative legal solutions. Our lawyers bring their formidable skills and experience to think one step ahead, to address the client's entire problem and not just the legal aspects. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, honed to appeal to businesspeople and courts alike, we strike the perfect balance between civility and intellectual aggressiveness to generate unconventional legal strategies that deal with clients' real problems.Our unmatched global footprint gives us access to the most interesting markets, the most prominent clients and the most exciting cases. As Latin America, the Middle East and China present new opportunities and challenges for our clients, we make it our business to be there to help deliver innovative solutions and push boundaries. Global capabilities are not simply about having offices in all the right places; it is the ability to seamlessly deploy exactly the right mix of people to meet the specific needs of a particular client, irrespective of location. This gives our people a richness of experience and opportunity that is genuinely unique.Of course, having a global firm means embracing a global culture: To work smoothly across jurisdictions, markets and sectors, our teams are continuously developing their knowledge of new legal systems and cultures. Wherever our lawyers are based or travel to, they make things happen, setting new standards and pushing boundaries to deliver innovative and often ground-breaking cross-border solutions. Doing so takes passion, dedication and a good deal of both personal and professional flexibility, but the rewards are immense. A friendly and supportive working environment is a key component of our business strategy, allowing us to create teams that can take on the world's most complex litigation.We pull together the right mix of people and know-how for any situation. It is the depth, flexibility and rich diversity of expertise in our firm that makes us such a unique and critical resource for our clients.Working at Kobre & Kim will give you an enviable set of career choices. We know that if we help brilliant people reach their goals, it will benefit us in both the short and long term. We are proud to have many ex-colleagues among our clients, and our alumni can be found in leadership roles in many fields of commerce, government and the judiciary.In return for your dedication, we will offer you excellent rewards, unlimited support, unrivaled training and the chance to add value from day one in a non-hierarchical environment. We are a true meritocracy and our bespoke bonus calculation system rewards those who bring the most benefit to the firm: Rather than focusing on the simple surpassing of target working hours, we reward those who excel in business development, bring unique ideas and skills to the table and develop client relationships for the benefit of the firm and not just themselves.**Learning - constant career evolution**It's absolutely essential to our business that we provide the very best training and development for our lawyers; after all, the litigation products we offer are cutting edge, and that means constant evolution. We expect all our lawyers to keep a constant focus on deepening their learning and personal specialization within our product areas. The world is constantly changing and each generation of lawyers needs to learn new skills and apply new modes of thinking. We like to work ahead of the pack on unique legal challenges that aren't commoditized by other law firms, so our lawyers evolve much more frequently than others. This makes our work exhilarating, but it demands a dynamic approach to learning and development.**Diversity**Diversity and inclusion are a core part of our values and we genuinely value differences in backgrounds, experiences and cultures for the benefit it brings to the firm and our clients. The reason is simple. We will only continue to build on our outstanding success by creating a culture that allows everyone to thrive, generating the best ideas and solutions for our clients. The resourcefulness and ingenuity needed to create these ideas and solutions are assured by hiring lawyers with the widest breadth of knowledge, skills, perspectives and talent.**Our application process**Applying and interviewing with a new firm can be daunting and time-consuming. We do everything we can to make applying to Kobre & Kim feel quite the opposite. There are no tricks, shortcuts or pitfalls. We read every resume with great care and we work hard to make the right decisions at each stage. You'll get more out of the process if you come to it with a good understanding of the firm, the work we do, the legal products we specialize in and a clear idea of what you want from your professional career. Selection is a reciprocal process - you will be deciding whether we're right for you at the same time as we're finding out more about you. You want to make sure you'll be happy and successful at Kobre & Kim. So do we.*At the #J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary: $150K-$210K Job type: on-site (5 days per week) We're looking for a licensed Attorney (JD) or Associate with 2-7 years of experience at a corporate or commercial law firm, someone who has worked extensively with contracts, MSAs, BAAs, and other tech-related legal agreements. The ideal candidate is excited to pivot out of traditional practice and leverage their legal training in a fast-growing LegalTech / AI startup environment. In this role, you'll partner with prospective clients across Sales, Account Management, and Customer Success, bringing legal credibility and subject-matter expertise to product demos, discovery calls, and presentations. You'll help translate complex legal workflows into clear product value, influence buying decisions, and play a direct role in driving revenue and market adoption. This is a unique opportunity to apply your legal background in a high-impact, client-facing, business-driven role, without the billable hours. Responsibilities Provide legal expertise and credibility on client calls, demos, webinars, and during pre- and post-sale support. Guide enterprise in-house legal teams through trial periods to help accelerate deal closures. Represent the company at industry events and conferences as a subject-matter expert. Work with external legal contractors to build and implement contract playbooks using client templates and historical agreements. Collaborate cross-functionally with product, sales, marketing, and customer success teams to shape legal solutions that drive revenue and adoption. Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) 2-7 years of experience working at a law firm Strong communication and interpersonal skills Contracts experience, playbooks, libraries, MSAs, reviewing lots and b2b contracts at blue chip companies

REQUIREMENTS Mechanical/biomedical engineering background, or other engineering background with mechanical and/or medical devices experience. U.S. Patent and Trademark Office registration required. RESPONSIBILITIES Under general direction performs patent prosecution, patent strategy, due diligence, licensing, some trademark counseling and prosecution, and other legal services for clients as needed. SUMMARY Vanguard-IP specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide. Our focus provides us with a deeper knowledge of our clients' needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships also gives us a competitive edge. Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high level contacts to get your questions answered. We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity. CONFIDENTIALITY At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. We will always contact you to obtain explicit prior authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients. **Should you have an interest in a similar position in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.** #J-18808-Ljbffr

Pacific Forest Trust (PFT) is a national leader in forest conservation that delivers landscape-scale results on the ground in the West and develops innovative incentives for forest conservation at the national level. We do so in ways that reward private landowners for managing for public benefits such as clean water, a healthy climate, and habitat for abundant native wildlife. Our work sustains rural communities, restores climate resilient forests, enhances water security and protects landscapes across ownership boundaries. PFT has led the permanent conservation of over 360,000 acres of privately owned forestland and owns and stewards working forest 38 conservation easements on over 130,000 acres. We also own 2,100 acres and manage an additional 15,000 acres for ecological outcomes and sustainable wood products. Our projects are outstanding not only for their landscape scale but for their high standards for delivering multiple public benefits. PFT is thrice accredited by the National Land Trust Accreditation Commission. Learn more at **************************** About this Opportunity This position is responsible for the stewardship of PFT's Conservation Easement interests under the supervision of senior staff. Consistent with PFT policies and procedures and best practices promulgated by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, the Stewardship Associate will: Monitor PFT's conserved forest properties consistent with approved Monitoring Plans; review management plans and timber harvest plans for these properties; monitor using both field and remote sensing; contribute to the management and implementation of property information systems; contribute to property baseline development; develop monitoring plans for new acquisitions and perform other related CE monitoring and management goals and tasks. In addition, this position provides opportunities to help plan habitat enhancement and forest resilience projects on conserved properties. Duties and Responsibilities Annual Monitoring and Stewardship: Achieve annual goals for each CE property consistent with PFT policies and property history. Implement annual stewardship tasks for existing CE interests of PFT, including landowner communications; comprehensive annual monitoring and site visits; pre- and post-timber harvest or other specialized site visits as may be required under the terms of a conservation easement; responses to landowner requests for approvals or questions on easement terms; and related tasks. Coordinate landowner relationship management with Stewardship Manager. Monitoring Plans: For each acquired CE, prepare the appropriate monitoring plan consistent with PFT policies, procedures and models. Prepare periodic updates as necessary. Forest Management and Timber Harvest Plans: Contribute to PFT's internal review of landowner plans for consistency with CE terms. This includes also review and approval of Safe Harbor Agreements entered into by the landowner, consistent with CE terms, to achieve regulatory certainty in management for listed threatened species. GIS and other data analysis: Contribute to GIS database management, analysis and map-making for PFT's Conservation and Stewardship program. Assist in managing PFT data for conserved properties. Conservation Easement Violations: Consistent with PFT's CE Defense and Enforcement Policy, identify actual or potential violations and contribute to managing a successful resolution or CE defense. Conservation Easement Amendments: Consistent with PFT's CE Amendment Policy, assure coordination with appropriate Conservation team members for management of amendment process, including support for negotiation of amended terms and obtaining necessary approvals by the parties. Habitat Enhancement and Collaborative Stewardship Projects: Contribute as needed to development and implementation of habitat restoration, enhancement, and related projects (including fuels management) on CE properties. Conservation Scoping and Assessments: Assist in conducting research (including obtaining, organizing and analyzing public and landowner data), field work and mapping for conservation assessments of privately owned forest tracts under consideration by PFT for acquisition of either a conservation easement or fee title interest. As needed, assist in Conservation Assessment development. Baseline Reports, Project Information, and Mapping: Assist in identifying and mapping forest and other natural resources, vegetation types, other characteristics and land uses on candidate properties. Write property and resource descriptions for baseline reports of conserved forests. Prepare necessary maps and tables. Property Information Systems: For each conserved property, obtain, organize, analyze and maintain data and other information regarding the property's resources, management and on-going stewardship.Outreach: Participate in PFT outreach and general communication efforts with landowners, foresters and other natural resource professionals. Manage/participate in field trips to candidate properties and portfolio properties. Other tasks may be required. Reports to: Stewardship Director; works with the Conservation Director on specific new projects, collaborates with all Conservation and Stewardship staff. Qualifications and Experience This position requires a person who has natural resource science and management experience, preferably in the fields of conservation, forestry, or wildlife biology. A minimum of 2 years' work experience in related field. Degree in natural resource science/management, conservation biology, land use planning or similar required; professional qualifications or other certifications may substitute for advanced degree. Familiarity with conservation easements, Accredited Land Trusts, and/or land-use planning a plus. Strong field, research, data analysis and GIS skills. Strong initiative and work ethic, with perseverance, resilience and sustained energy. Results-oriented. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Must have ability to manage time and competing priorities. Must be available for extensive travel (on average 30%+/- time); able to drive, hike in steep and uneven terrain and carry 25 pounds. Understanding of ecosystem dynamics and impacts of forest management are highly valued. Must have good communication skills, including written and oral. Commitment to creative conservation and grasp of overall mission of PFT. Location: Preferred to be located at PFT's main office in the Presidio of San Francisco, though candidates from Northern California and Southern Oregon may also be considered. Travel: Significant travel is required. Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to share driving records. TO APPLY: Submit resume to ********************** . Put “ Stewardship Associate ” and your name in the Subject line. We are looking for applicants who will take the time to read the job description, learn a little about us by looking at our website, and consider whether this is a job and an organization that they would like to learn more about. This position will remain open until filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr

SOURCING ASSOCIATE - TEXTILES SAUSALITO, CA Summary of Role: Serena & Lily is seeking a Sourcing Associate to join the Sourcing team. The Sourcing Associate supports day-to-day sourcing activities. This role involves working closely with external and internal teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective development and execution of products while maintaining quality standards. This role is responsible for assisting in vendor management, seasonal development calendar adherence, and managing to deadlines in collaboration with cross functional teams. This role supports the sourcing manager with administrative and operational tasks as an individual contributor. You Are A self-starter who takes initiative and anticipates needs before being asked. Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills. Resourceful-you find solutions, not roadblocks. Agile and adaptable to changing priorities and fast-moving projects. Confident and composed, even under pressure. A strong communicator who can interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Detail-oriented with an unwavering commitment to accuracy and follow-through. Driven by a sense of urgency-you know when “good enough” isn't good enough. Comfortable asking for support or clarification RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain organization across multiple projects and priorities while adapting quickly to shifting needs Daily communication with agents and vendors, and internal cross functional teams Managing timelines and deadlines cross functionally. Track and research damage and defective returns, communicate issues to vendors and work on obtaining Corrective Action Plans Assist in cost tracking - increases, savings, avoidance & chargebacks Sample management- TOPs, wear tests Work with logistics team on product classification Collect, review and file all Product Information Maintain product certification files (oekotex) Collaborate with the QA team when issues arise Develop an understanding of design intent and aesthetic requirements Optimize sourcing procedures to attain maximum efficiency Systems & Administrative support: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook System savvy. Maintain supplier information (cost sheets, product), vendor set up, internal system maintenance (cost/leadtime/moq detail/HTS), sample shipping/tracking, customer service follow up (Gladly tickets), pull returns reporting, create pivot tables Vendor record maintenance New vendor set up & Vendor Operations Manual follow up REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent 1-2 years' experience in sourcing or related retail role Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take ownership of outcomes. Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with a confident, professional presence. Demonstrated agility and resourcefulness in solving problems and managing competing priorities. Hybrid work environment: 3 days in the office required, more if needed COMPENSATION: $75-86k per year is the anticipated starting base pay for this role. This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this role. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: experience, education, and skills. Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance should they choose to participate in Serena & Lily's benefits. Employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan. During the first year of employment, full-time employees accrue twenty-one days of PTO and seven paid holidays throughout the year.

Nadsto is a Novato, California-based company specializing in the supply, fabrication, and installation of natural and engineered stone surfaces (such as granite, marble, quartzite, porcelain, and quartz). It operates as a family-run business offering quality stone materials and custom countertop services to both residential and commercial clients in the San Francisco Bay Area. Role Description This is a contract, on-site role for a Sales Associate located in Novato, CA. The Sales Associate will be responsible for engaging with customers, understanding their needs, and assisting them in choosing the most suitable products. Responsibilities include addressing customer inquiries, maintaining strong product knowledge, and meeting sales targets. Additionally, the Sales Associate will ensure excellent customer service and contribute to achieving overall business objectives. Qualifications Customer Relationship Management, Interpersonal Communication, and Customer Service skills Sales techniques, Negotiation, and Goal-Oriented Performance Product Knowledge of marble, granite, and other construction materials Problem-Solving Abilities, Team Collaboration, and Time Management Prior retail or sales experience is a plus High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or certifications in sales or business are advantageous Ability to work flexibly, including weekends or holidays, to meet business needs

WHO YOU ARE: Our contributors at Michael Kors are stylish fashion forward individuals who have a drive to achieve results and a passion for customer engagement. As a Sales Associate, you are a team player who has the ability to multitask and is focused on building lasting client relationships. You will work in a fun, inspiring and rewarding environment with opportunities for development and growth. WHAT YOU'LL DO: · Drive results through delivering an elevated customer experience · Perform operational tasks with excellence · Achieve productivity goals through multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities · Demonstrate flexibility and desire for individual growth in a fast-paced store environment · Foster customer relationships by continually developing knowledge of current trends and styling techniques. · Brainstorm with management to create innovative ways in order to maximize personal sales results. · Drive Omni channel sales by utilizing all available tools and technology WE'D LOVE TO SEE: · 2+ years of relevant retail experience · A self-starter with the ability to drive results · Energetic and motivated with the ability to engage; a true brand ambassador · Customer service obsessed; ability to sell with a passion for styling and love for fashion · Technologically savvy individual with an entrepreneurial spirit MK PERKS: · Cross-Brand Discount · Internal mobility across Versace, Jimmy Choo, Michael Kors · Clothing Allotment · Exclusive Employee Sales · Flexible schedule The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. At Capri Holdings Limited, we are committed to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the interview or application process, please contact our Diversity and Inclusion team at ********************************************. In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a salary range. The salary for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set and years of experience.

Job Title: Luxury Sales Associate Stanford Shopping Center Pay: $29-$32/hr We are seeking a Luxury Sales Associate to join a high-end retail team at the Stanford Shopping Center. This role focuses on delivering an exceptional client experience, supporting sales goals, and maintaining elevated store standards. Responsibilities: Provide personalized, client-focused service on the sales floor Build and maintain strong client relationships Support daily sales targets and performance goals Maintain visual standards and ensure the sales floor is presentation-ready Assist with product knowledge, styling, and client appointments Process transactions and support opening/closing procedures as needed Qualifications: Previous experience in luxury or premium retail preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-driven environment Professional, polished, and team-oriented Schedule: Full-time; must have open and flexible availability, including weekends/holidays

Solano Jewelers, LLC is your go-to destination for all jewelry repairs and sales. We offer a wide variety of items, including rings, diamonds, necklaces, gold, platinum. Conveniently located in Lafayette, California, our expert team is dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensuring customer satisfaction. Role Description This is a part-time, on-site role for a Jewelry Sales Associate at our Lafayette, CA location. The Jewelry Sales Associate will be responsible for assisting customers, managing sales transactions, maintaining product displays, and providing knowledgeable guidance on jewelry selections. Additional duties include intake jewelry & watch repairs, inventory management, and ensuring a clean, organized work environment. Qualifications Sales and Customer Service skills, including experience in retail environments Knowledge of jewelry types, materials, and repair techniques Excellent verbal and written communication skills Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Previous experience in the jewelry industry is a must GIA certification is a plus

Founded in 2008 by Los Angeles native Jeff Abrams, Rails has grown from a small label - started with just a single hat - into a full collection of women's and men's apparel. Sold at top international retailers and worn by a loyal following of celebrities and tastemakers, the brand has come to define a new classic heritage and relaxed sensibility. Rails is sold in 30 countries by more than 1000 retailers, including its own flagship stores in New York, San Francisco, Newport Beach, Paris, London and Amsterdam. Summary: This individual is fashion obsessed and client and brand centric with all efforts. With the goal of supporting client needs through styling efforts, this individual is a passionate brand ambassador who is responsible for promoting brand engagement with clients, partners and within their city. This role will act as a representative of Rails in the daily business operations of the store and support all store initiatives set out by management including superior client engagement, store upkeep, operational support, ensuring visual standards while driving for sales results and KPI goals. The Keyholder reports to the Store Manager. Responsibilities: Performance: Support floor coverage, financial targets, visual merchandising standards, client service, and operational functions within the store both front of house and back of house are achieved Be a support to execute business plans to accelerate the business forward Culture: Be an ambassador to the brand and promote the culture of Rails internally and externally Client Centric: Support the acquisition and retention of clients are key focuses and as such create and cultivate client relationships for the store and brand overall Ensure that you deliver the best possible client experience with every type of engagement (in store, virtual, alternate mediums) Follow through on customer journey as required to ensure a content client Support the needs of the client through styling advice and suggestion with every engagement Solution oriented approach to finding resolutions to customer service issues as necessary Marketing & Community: In partnership with Store Management Team, bring to life activations/ events in the store that seek client acquisition and focus on client retention/ development Team Player: Support a positive work environment Demonstrate your ability to support a positive environment and partner with teams and throughout store network including cross functional partners Support performance initiatives set out by Store Management Attend and participate at store meetings as required by the business Visuals: Support the image of the store and ensure that is in line with corporate standards and store team is upholding these standards Operations: Support inventory functions as set out by Store Management Protect all company assets including cash handling, inventory etc. Support guidelines surrounding Client Consignment business, ensuring a quick turnaround, strong take rate, and timely return of merchandise Support omnichannel functions, including Order-in-Store, Ship-from-Store, Pickup-in-Store, Reserve-in-Store, with a focus on achieving Omni-specific KPIs as set out by Management Ensure personal compliance when completing all processes as it pertains to legal, safety, and internal procedures Partner with cross functional partners including Stores within network, Operations, Visual Team, CRM, Retail Training, HR, Merchandise teams, Regional management as necessary Additional projects/ responsibilities may arise in accordance with the needs of the business Requirements: At least 1+ years of experience in a retail apparel environment preferred Fashion enthusiasts and retail experience within women's and men's apparel preferred Ability to effectively create, manage and adhere to deadlines Familiar with key retail performance indicators Adaptable, a sense of openness, active listener, and compassionate Strong organizational skills, writing and communication skills Comfortable and savvy with computer technology and software within PC and iOS platforms Ability to climb ladders Ability to lift 25+ lbs. Rails is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and building a diverse workplace in all its forms and considers candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome and consider all qualified applicants.

Job Description Our Story: Short Story is an award winning, technology-powered retailer dedicated to petite women 5'4" and under. Our mission is to create a seamless shopping experience for millions of petite women so they can dress with effortless confidence. As a fast-growing startup, we're revolutionizing retail with a data-driven learning system that leverages customer feedback to create tailored products. We've been recognized by top publications like Forbes, Fortune and are backed by top investors who share our vision of building the world's next great consumer brand. Our Values: We're building a company with intention and purpose. Our culture thrives on data insights, exceptional commitment to fit, and the urgency to move quickly on what matters. ✨ Transform Lives. We're customer-first. Everything we create exists to give her confidence. ⚡️ Demand Excellence. We deliver only our best work, in Fit and Finish. We obsess about details others overlook. 💪 Embrace Challenges. We see obstacles as opportunities to invent better solutions. 💡 Think Differently. We get a thrill from finding better solutions others haven't seen. We're looking for motivated and hardworking Retail Fulfillment Associates to work at our fast-growing fashion startup! As a Fulfillment Associate, you will be responsible for warehouse operations including picking and packing orders, as well as receiving incoming returns and new inventory. We are a small but close-knit team looking for people with strong work ethic and effective communication skills. We can't wait to meet you! Responsibilities: Pick orders using a customer order list Fold clothing professionally Tag incoming merchandise quickly and accurately Process returns and other administrative tasks Ensure warehouse is properly maintained and organized Hours: Monday-Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm (8 hour shift with 30 minute lunch break) Location: South San Francisco (near South San Francisco Caltrain station) We're looking for people who can start immediately! Qualifications and Skills: Experience working in apparel retail or warehouse operations preferred Sense of urgency - This is a fast paced environment where we hustle! Effective communication skills A can-do attitude Reliability and accountability Excellent attendance, consistently meeting goals and metrics Ability to travel to our San Francisco warehouse Monday-Friday Ability to be on your feet 8-10 hours a day (stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach), climb and descend stairs safely, and lift up to 50 pounds. Why work for Short Story? Work for a mission-driven company in an energetic work environment with passionate, diverse, and accomplished team members. Compensation & Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage Paid time off for vacation (full-time employees only), paid sick days, and paid holidays 401k plan with company match Office snacks Catered lunch on Fridays Opportunity to progress rapidly through your career Opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced founding team Short Story is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants. We work diligently to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Short Story is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants. We work diligently to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Blacklock are exclusively partnered with a top-tier Private Equity firm headquartered in San Francisco that is looking to hire a high-performing Associate to join its TMT investment team. This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading platform with a strong track record of investing in the TMT space. Key Responsibilities: Evaluate and execute investment opportunities across the TMT sector, including platform and add-on transactions Lead financial modeling efforts, including LBO models, sensitivity analyses, and return profiling Conduct market mapping, industry diligence, and competitive analysis to support investment theses Assist in drafting Investment Committee materials and coordinating third-party due diligence providers Engage with portfolio companies to support value creation initiatives, strategic planning, and performance monitoring Work closely with Vice Presidents, Principals, and Partners across all stages of the investment lifecycle Qualifications: 2-3 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or another buy-side investment role, ideally with exposure to the software sector Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills with a deep understanding of deal structures and capital markets Passion for the Tech space, with awareness of evolving trends, brand positioning, and consumer behavior Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with CapIQ, PitchBook, and relevant consumer data sources is advantageous Exceptional communication, project management, and interpersonal skills Bachelor's degree from a top-tier institution with a strong academic background

A leading intellectual property firm is seeking candidates with a science degree, particularly in biological sciences, to join their network of IP/Patent professionals. Candidates must be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and preferably a member of the California state bar. Join an experienced team that focuses on understanding the technical needs of clients and the career interests of candidates, ensuring successful placements. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary: $150K-$210K Job type: on-site (5 days per week) We're looking for a licensed Attorney (JD) or Associate with 2-7 years of experience at a corporate or commercial law firm, someone who has worked extensively with contracts, MSAs, BAAs, and other tech-related legal agreements. The ideal candidate is excited to pivot out of traditional practice and leverage their legal training in a fast-growing LegalTech / AI startup environment. In this role, you'll partner with prospective clients across Sales, Account Management, and Customer Success, bringing legal credibility and subject-matter expertise to product demos, discovery calls, and presentations. You'll help translate complex legal workflows into clear product value, influence buying decisions, and play a direct role in driving revenue and market adoption. This is a unique opportunity to apply your legal background in a high-impact, client-facing, business-driven role, without the billable hours. Responsibilities Provide legal expertise and credibility on client calls, demos, webinars, and during pre- and post-sale support. Guide enterprise in-house legal teams through trial periods to help accelerate deal closures. Represent the company at industry events and conferences as a subject-matter expert. Work with external legal contractors to build and implement contract playbooks using client templates and historical agreements. Collaborate cross-functionally with product, sales, marketing, and customer success teams to shape legal solutions that drive revenue and adoption. Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) 2-7 years of experience working at a law firm Strong communication and interpersonal skills Contracts experience, playbooks, libraries, MSAs, reviewing lots and b2b contracts at blue chip companies

SOURCING ASSOCIATE - TEXTILES SAUSALITO, CA Summary of Role: Serena & Lily is seeking a Sourcing Associate to join the Sourcing team. The Sourcing Associate supports day-to-day sourcing activities. This role involves working closely with external and internal teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective development and execution of products while maintaining quality standards. This role is responsible for assisting in vendor management, seasonal development calendar adherence, and managing to deadlines in collaboration with cross functional teams. This role supports the sourcing manager with administrative and operational tasks as an individual contributor. You Are A self-starter who takes initiative and anticipates needs before being asked. Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills. Resourceful-you find solutions, not roadblocks. Agile and adaptable to changing priorities and fast-moving projects. Confident and composed, even under pressure. A strong communicator who can interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Detail-oriented with an unwavering commitment to accuracy and follow-through. Driven by a sense of urgency-you know when “good enough” isn't good enough. Comfortable asking for support or clarification RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain organization across multiple projects and priorities while adapting quickly to shifting needs Daily communication with agents and vendors, and internal cross functional teams Managing timelines and deadlines cross functionally. Track and research damage and defective returns, communicate issues to vendors and work on obtaining Corrective Action Plans Assist in cost tracking - increases, savings, avoidance & chargebacks Sample management- TOPs, wear tests Work with logistics team on product classification Collect, review and file all Product Information Maintain product certification files (oekotex) Collaborate with the QA team when issues arise Develop an understanding of design intent and aesthetic requirements Optimize sourcing procedures to attain maximum efficiency Systems & Administrative support: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook System savvy. Maintain supplier information (cost sheets, product), vendor set up, internal system maintenance (cost/leadtime/moq detail/HTS), sample shipping/tracking, customer service follow up (Gladly tickets), pull returns reporting, create pivot tables Vendor record maintenance New vendor set up & Vendor Operations Manual follow up REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent 1-2 years' experience in sourcing or related retail role Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take ownership of outcomes. Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with a confident, professional presence. Demonstrated agility and resourcefulness in solving problems and managing competing priorities. Hybrid work environment: 3 days in the office required, more if needed COMPENSATION: $75-86k per year is the anticipated starting base pay for this role. This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this role. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: experience, education, and skills. Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance should they choose to participate in Serena & Lily's benefits. Employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan. During the first year of employment, full-time employees accrue twenty-one days of PTO and seven paid holidays throughout the year.

Our well-known luxury fashion client located in San Francisco is looking for a dynamic Part Time Sales Associate to join their growing team. They are looking for candidates with both weekday and weekend availability that would love to grow with the team into a full time, permanent role. **Previous experience luxury retail is needed** Type: Temporary to Permanent - Part Time Hours to start Hours: Up to 30 hours p/week Schedule: Varied weekdays/weekend - MUST have availability to assist varied morning, evening and weekend shifts Location: Near Sacramento St. *Parking not provided* Rate: Starting at $23 p/h dependent on experience *Once the role becomes permanent, full time, commission will be earned* Job Overview: Our well-known luxury retail client is seeking a motivated and customer-oriented Sales Associate who will play a key role in providing exceptional service while maintaining a welcoming and organized shopping environment. This position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: Greet customers warmly and assist them with inquiries, ensuring a positive shopping experience. Assist with stocking, organizing displays/product, etc. and ensuring product availability. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the sales floor and checkout areas. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills when liaising with clients via phone, email, and in-person interactions. Qualifications: Previous experience luxury retail is needed Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Candidates must be able to conceal any tattoos or piercings and have natural colored hair, makeup, nail color, etc. Must be able to be comfortable standing for long periods of time. Must feel comfortable greeting and assisting customers All staff must pass submit to a background check prior to starting

Blacklock are exclusively partnered with a top-tier Private Equity firm headquartered in San Francisco that is looking to hire a high-performing Associate to join its TMT investment team. This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading platform with a strong track record of investing in the TMT space. Key Responsibilities: Evaluate and execute investment opportunities across the TMT sector, including platform and add-on transactions Lead financial modeling efforts, including LBO models, sensitivity analyses, and return profiling Conduct market mapping, industry diligence, and competitive analysis to support investment theses Assist in drafting Investment Committee materials and coordinating third-party due diligence providers Engage with portfolio companies to support value creation initiatives, strategic planning, and performance monitoring Work closely with Vice Presidents, Principals, and Partners across all stages of the investment lifecycle Qualifications: 2-3 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or another buy-side investment role, ideally with exposure to the software sector Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills with a deep understanding of deal structures and capital markets Passion for the Tech space, with awareness of evolving trends, brand positioning, and consumer behavior Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with CapIQ, PitchBook, and relevant consumer data sources is advantageous Exceptional communication, project management, and interpersonal skills Bachelor's degree from a top-tier institution with a strong academic background

Mid-Sized GP Firm with Cravath level compensation. National "Tier 1" in Patent & IP Litigation. One of the most active firms representing petitioners at the PTAB, and complainants at the ITC. A top 20 firm for Intellectual Property, as per Vault. A collegial culture with helpful mentorship opportunities. REQUIREMENTS • Experience with all aspects of litigation from pre-suit investigation through trial and appeal • Strong writing skills and experience drafting and reviewing legal documents, including complaints, motions, and discovery requests • Experience researching legal and technical issues related to patent claims, prior art, and infringement and invalidity issues • Experience supporting depositions, hearings, expert reports, and trials • Strong oral communication skills and experience coordinating with clients, experts, and internal teams to develop case strategies • Experience with patent drafting, prosecution, and strategy • Law degree from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials • Admitted to practice in California or another U.S. jurisdiction • Degree in a technical engineering or science field such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Physics • Licensed to practice before the USPTO or qualified to sit for the patent bar SUMMARY Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide. Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge. Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter. We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity. CONFIDENTIALITY At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients. **Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest. #J-18808-Ljbffr