Strategic IP Risk Counsel – Trade Secrets & Compliance

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Stock awards

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in Santa Clara, CA seeks an experienced attorney to join the Legal and Compliance Organization as a key member of the IP risk management team.

You will work cross‑functionally with business, legal, and security teams to protect innovations while enabling business growth. Responsibilities include conducting insider risk investigations, trade secret protection, IP due diligence in mergers and acquisitions, and developing enterprise IP risk frameworks.

Qualifications

• J.D. required with admission to the bar in at least one US jurisdiction.
• Experience in complex technology-focused litigation or counseling.
• Knowledge of IP risk management, data protection, and diligence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct privileged investigations related to insider risk and trade secrets.
• Counsel on IP protection, confidentiality, and data handling obligations.
• Advise on IP strategy and data protection in mergers and divestitures.
• Develop enterprise IP risk management frameworks and governance.
• Support cross‑functional teams with policy playbooks and audits.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

IP risk management

Legal strategy

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Admission to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction

Tools

eDiscovery tools

Data forensic tools

Job description

Applied Materials, Inc. in Santa Clara, CA seeks an experienced attorney to join the Legal and Compliance Organization as a key member of the IP risk management team.

You will work cross‑functionally with business, legal, and security teams to protect innovations while enabling business growth. Responsibilities include conducting insider risk investigations, trade secret protection, IP due diligence in mergers and acquisitions, and developing enterprise IP risk frameworks.