Senior IP Counsel, Global Patent & Trademark

Bunge Limited; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness plans

Retirement contribution

Paid vacation/holidays

Job summary

Bunge Limited in Chesterfield, Missouri seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive IP support across LATAM and NA, collaborating with European IP counsels. The role emphasizes drafting, negotiating, and reviewing corporate and commercial contracts in line with applicable laws.

The successful candidate will lead patent portfolio management, coordinate foreign filings, and supervise trademark activities, while guiding IP transactions and strategic advice for business initiatives.

Qualifications

• Requires a law degree and scientific degree in biochemistry or chemistry.
• 5–7 years of hands-on IP portfolio management experience.
• Experience with patent prosecution, translations and maintenance in multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and draft patent applications aligned with the IP strategy.
• Manage global patent prosecution including office actions and outside counsel.
• Provide trademark-related legal support and enforcement guidance.
• Offer IP due diligence and strategic counsel for acquisitions and collaborations.
• Provide AI-enabled legal practice while maintaining confidentiality and data protection.

Skills

IP portfolio management

Patent prosecution

Trademark management

IP transactions

FTO opinions

Cross-border collaboration

English proficiency

Spanish/Portuguese desirable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry or Chemistry

Law degree

Master/PhD in Biochemistry or Chemistry

Job description

Bunge Limited in Chesterfield, Missouri seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive IP support across LATAM and NA, collaborating with European IP counsels. The role emphasizes drafting, negotiating, and reviewing corporate and commercial contracts in line with applicable laws.

The successful candidate will lead patent portfolio management, coordinate foreign filings, and supervise trademark activities, while guiding IP transactions and strategic advice for business initiatives.