Global IP Counsel for Packaging & Specialty Plastics

The Dow Chemical Company; Village of Freeport (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock purchase programs

Retirement program

Paid time off

Wellbeing Portal

On-site fitness facilities

Job summary

Dow is seeking a Senior IP Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance on Intellectual Property for the Packaging & Specialty Plastics segment. The role focuses on patents, trade secrets, licensing, and IP-related transactions across a global client base.

Candidates should have a J.D. or LL.M., 4+ years IP experience, USPTO registration, and U.S. work authorization. Domestic relocation assistance is available. Dow offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive base salary.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or Master of Laws required.
• 4+ years practicing IP law, in-house or at a major firm.
• Bar admission or eligible for admission.
• BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related tech.
• USPTO registration required.
• U.S. work eligibility with no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, business-oriented legal counsel on IP and innovation matters.
• Review and negotiate technology development, licensing, and IP agreements.
• Develop IP strategies aligning with business objectives and growth.
• Manage patent portfolios and coordinate with outside counsel.
• Educate and train clients on IP risk mitigation and best practices.
• Collaborate within a cross-functional legal team and with global clients.

Education

Juris Doctor or Master of Laws

Bar admission

B.S. in Chemistry or related technology

Registered to practice before the USPTO

US work authorization (no visa sponsorship)

4+ years IP law experience

Job description

Dow is seeking a Senior IP Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance on Intellectual Property for the Packaging & Specialty Plastics segment. The role focuses on patents, trade secrets, licensing, and IP-related transactions across a global client base.

Candidates should have a J.D. or LL.M., 4+ years IP experience, USPTO registration, and U.S. work authorization. Domestic relocation assistance is available. Dow offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive base salary.