Senior Legal Counsel – Intellectual Property

Momentive•Pearl River, NY

3d•$201,000 - $294,800•Onsite

About The Position

Step into a high-impact role on Momentive’s global legal team as a Senior Legal Counsel – Intellectual Property, where you’ll help protect and advance the innovations that power our business. In this highly visible position, you’ll partner closely with R&D, business leaders, and senior stakeholders to shape IP strategy, safeguard our technology, and unlock the full value of our intellectual property portfolio. You’ll lead across the full spectrum of IP matters and technology agreements, helping drive innovation while mitigating risk and ensuring compliance in a complex global environment. This is an opportunity to influence strategy at the highest levels while operating in a fast-paced, innovation-driven organization. As a key member of our global network of experienced IP attorneys, you’ll tackle complex, high-value legal matters and develop creative, business-oriented solutions that enable growth and competitiveness. If you thrive on solving challenging IP issues, negotiating strategic agreements, and making a tangible impact on innovation, this role offers both visibility and career growth. Please note that this role requires on-site presence five days per week, Monday through Friday and flexibility to support global calls.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from accredited law school; admitted to practice in New York or ability to register as in-house counsel in New York
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, engineering, materials science, or closely related field or relevant work experience in a closely related field
10+ years of overall patent legal experience, preferably in both multinational corporate and law firm settings
Registered to practice at the US Patent and Trademark Office
Demonstrated expertise in the preparation and prosecution of global patent applications in the chemical arts
Considerable experience drafting and negotiating technology/IP-related agreements, including confidentiality, license, and joint development agreements
Knowledge of IP law in foreign jurisdictions, including Europe and Asia-Pacific regions
Proven ability to proactively spot issues, drive and lead complex projects and influence senior stakeholders, providing strategic yet practical and business-oriented advice
Ability to work independently and manage conflicting deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively at all levels of the organization
Strong commitment to integrity professionalism, and passion for excellence

Nice To Haves

Masters or PHD in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or closely related field
Experience related to IP enforcement and litigation
Previous experience working in the Chemical industry

Responsibilities

Independently lead the development and execution of IP strategy, aligning global portfolio management with business and innovation priorities.
Serve as the primary legal advisor on complex IP projects, proactively identifying risks and delivering strategic, business-oriented solutions.
Lead drafting, negotiation, and structuring of high-impact IP agreements, including licensing, joint development, and strategic partnerships.
Direct and oversee patent filing strategy, oppositions, and enforcement actions to optimize IP asset value worldwide.
Provide advanced IP support for major corporate transactions (M&A, divestitures), including leadership on due diligence and integration planning.
Monitor global IP law trends and lead implementation of proactive strategies to maintain competitive advantage.
Influence and advise senior management and technical leaders on critical IP decisions; serve as a mentor to junior IP team members.
Drive continuous improvement of IP processes, tools, and governance as part of global legal initiatives.

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays.
Additional time off with years of service.
401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
Student debt pay-off program.
Professional development programs and courses.
Wellness programs and financial education.