Senior IP Counsel, Materials & RFID Tech

Avery Dennison; Mentor (OH); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits starting on

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Paid vacation and paid holidays

Job summary

Avery Dennison is seeking a Senior IP Counsel for its Materials Group, based in Mentor, OH with a hybrid work model. The role provides direct legal leadership on core material science platforms, adhesives and RFID technologies, partnering with R&D, Marketing, and Procurement to drive IP strategy and compliance.

The candidate will handle global patent procurement, FTO analyses, and complex IP transactions, including JDAs and licenses, while mentoring internal IP resources and collaborating across

Qualifications

• Requires strong risk management and business-oriented legal guidance.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of IP strategy, procurement, and enforcement.
• Requires leadership and collaboration with R&D, Commercial, and Procurement teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead global IP strategy aligned with core business growth and international markets.
• Oversee patent procurement, including drafting, PCT/foreign filings, and prosecution.
• Manage FTO analyses, risk mitigation, and involvement in disputes with outside counsel.
• Structure and negotiate complex IP/technology transactions and M&A-related due diligence.
• Provide embedded IP guidance to cross-functional teams and train staff on IP best practices.

Skills

Risk management

Business acumen

Financial acumen

Leadership

Education

Technical degree in Materials Science/Engineering or related

J.D. with USPTO admission

Job description

Avery Dennison is seeking a Senior IP Counsel for its Materials Group, based in Mentor, OH with a hybrid work model. The role provides direct legal leadership on core material science platforms, adhesives and RFID technologies, partnering with R&D, Marketing, and Procurement to drive IP strategy and compliance.

The candidate will handle global patent procurement, FTO analyses, and complex IP transactions, including JDAs and licenses, while mentoring internal IP resources and collaborating across