Patent Counsel — Lead IP Strategy & Global Portfolio

Whirlpool, Inc.; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Employee discount

Education reimbursement

Barista Bar

Onsite fitness

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor, MI, is seeking a Patent Counsel to implement the legal strategy and advise on protections for current and future innovations. The role reports to the Legal Director, Patents & Intellectual Property Litigation, and aims to keep Whirlpool at the forefront of product leadership.

You will manage global patent portfolios, advise on licensing and transactions, and collaborate with engineering and business teams.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and Bar admission.
• Bachelor’s degree (required).
• 3+ years of IP law experience, including patents and licensing.

Responsibilities

• Develop IP protection strategies for Whirlpool innovations.
• Advise on patent strategy, filing, prosecution, and portfolio management.
• Negotiate IP-related contracts including M&A, confidentiality, and licenses.
• Enforce Whirlpool IP and monetize assets.
• Provide IP training to engineering and business teams.

Skills

IP Strategy

Patent Portfolio

Project Management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Patent databases

Contract Management

Job description

Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor, MI, is seeking a Patent Counsel to implement the legal strategy and advise on protections for current and future innovations. The role reports to the Legal Director, Patents & Intellectual Property Litigation, and aims to keep Whirlpool at the forefront of product leadership.

You will manage global patent portfolios, advise on licensing and transactions, and collaborate with engineering and business teams.