Assistant General Counsel - Intellectual Property

Honeywell; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 217,000 - 271,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Honeywell Technologies is seeking an Assistant General Counsel for Intellectual Property to shape and defend the company’s IP strategy and assets. You will report to the Chief IP Counsel for New Product Introductions and work from Charlotte, NC or Rosemont, IL on a Hybrid schedule.

You will support the Process Technology business (UOP LLC) and drive protection of innovative solutions, oversee IP enforcement, and contribute to strategic deals and technology transactions.

Qualifications

• 7 years of legal experience at a leading law-firm and/or in-house experience.
• Strong foundational knowledge in chemistry or related fields (chemical engineering, biochemistry or material science).
• Licensed to practice as a lawyer in a major jurisdiction.
• Licensed to practice before a regional patent office in your jurisdiction.
• Extensive IP experience with portfolio development and risk mitigation.
• Knowledge of IP licensing, joint development agreements, and M&A.
• Strong patent and trademark law knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on IP matters to business units and senior management.
• Oversee protection and enforcement of Honeywell's IP rights (patents, trade secrets, copyrights).
• Implement IP strategy to identify and protect products and inventions.
• Conduct freedom-to-operate and product clearance reviews.
• Perform IP due diligence for M&A and other transactions.
• Advise on IP terms in contracts (licensing, JDA).
• Deliver IP training to mitigate risks; manage external IP counsel.

Skills

IP Strategy

Patent Law

Licensing & M&A

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry

Job description

As an Assistant General Counsel - Intellectual Property here at Honeywell Technologies, you will have a significant impact on the company's intellectual property strategy and protection. Your legal expertise and guidance will directly influence the strength and value of Honeywell Technologies’ intellectual assets.

You will report directly to the Chief IP Counsel for New Product Introductions, and you’ll work out of our Charlotte, NC OR Rosemont, IL location on a Hybrid work schedule.

In this role, you will be part of the New Product Introduction (NPI) IP team and primarily support the Process Technology business including UOP LLC, a Honeywell company that is a leading international licensor of processing technology and supplier of engineering services, catalysts and adsorbents, equipment, specialty materials and digital solutions for the global refining, gas processing and petrochemical industries. In this role you will impact Honeywell's ability to protect its innovations, maintain a strong IP portfolio, and drive business growth through strategic intellectual property management. Your contribution will help Honeywell stay at the forefront of technology and maintain a competitive advantage in the market.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide legal counsel and guidance on NPI intellectual property (IP) matters to Honeywell's business units and senior management.
• Manage and oversee the protection and enforcement of Honeywell's IP rights, including patents, trade secrets, and copyrights.
• Implement IP strategy to identify and protect existing and new product offerings including invention mining and evaluation.
• Perform freedom to market and product clearance reviews.
• Conduct IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other IP business transactions.
• Provide input on contractual matters to contracts team including IP terms on IP-related agreements, such as joint development agreements and licensing agreements.
• Provide IP training to mitigate risks.
• Manage and oversee the work of external IP counsel.

YOU MUST HAVE

• 7 years of legal experience at a leading law-firm and/or in-house experience.
• Strong foundational knowledge and background in chemistry or other related subject matters such as chemical engineering, biochemistry OR material science.
• Registered to practice as a lawyer in a major legal jurisdiction.
• Registered to practice before a regional patent office in your relevant jurisdiction.
• Extensive intellectual property experience with an emphasis on domestic and international portfolio development and providing proactive recommendations to mitigate IP risks.
• Good understanding of IP technology transactions including IP licensing, joint development agreements, and mergers and acquisitions.
• Strong knowledge of patent and trademark laws and regulations.

WE VALUE

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or other related majors such as chemical engineering, biochemistry OR material science.
• Strong business acumen - capacity to learn business rapidly and become a business partner.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders, and influence and lead at all levels.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL TECHNOLOGIES

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.

PAY EQUITY

The annual base salary range for this position is $217,000- $271,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

ABOUT HONEYWELL TECHNOLOGIES

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission‑critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy.

THE BUSINESS UNIT

The Corporate Strategic Business Group (CORP SBG) at Honeywell is a division focused on corporate‑level functions and initiatives that support the overall operations and strategy of the company. It is responsible for overseeing areas such as finance, legal, human resources, communications, and corporate governance, working closely with other business units and SBGs to ensure alignment and coordination across the organization. The CORP SBG plays a crucial role in the overall strategic direction and management of Honeywell's corporate functions and operations, supporting the company's business objectives.

DEI STATEMENT

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

ABOUT US

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world’s most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.

Locations: 855 S Mint 855 S Mint St, Charlotte, NC, 28202, US (Hybrid)

Job Schedule: Full time