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Senior Counsel•Global Patents & Innovation at a glance…. This position is part of Kraft Heinz's Legal Department and provides legal counsel to the R D organization to ensure current and future innovations are appropriately protected. This position reports to Kraft Heinz's Chief Counsel, Global Patents & Innovation, and is expected to bring expertise in patent preparation and prosecution, freedom‑to‑operate analysis, intellectual property protection strategy, trade secrets, and R D agreements. This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days onsite weekly out of 1 of 4 primary locations (See below): World HQ in downtown Chicago, IL (Preferred) R D Center in Glenview, IL Kraft Heinz Innovation Center•Warrendale, PA Co-HQ in downtown Pittsburgh, PA What's on the menu? Serve as the primary legal resource for designated business units and technology areas within R D. Draft, review, and negotiate R D-related agreements, including non-disclosure, material transfer, joint development, and license agreements. Advise on the appropriate structure and use of R D agreements to protect IP ownership, exclusivity, and trade secrets. Advise R D on intellectual property protection strategies, including patent preparation, prosecution decisions, portfolio development, and risk assessment. Drive strategic patent filing decisions aligned with innovation roadmaps and business priorities. Conduct and advise on freedom‑to‑operate reviews for new technologies and products entering the market. Develop and deliver intellectual property-related training for R D and other internal stakeholders. Manage and oversee outside counsel to ensure quality and cost‑effective legal support. Support compliance with company policies related to signatory authority, ethics, and trade secret protection. Occasional travel may be required. Recipe for Success•apply now if this sounds like you! Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials and specialized patent experience. Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Science or technology background in chemistry, biology, engineering, or a related field. 8+ years of legal experience with in-house experience strongly preferred. Significant experience drafting and negotiating R D agreements and advising on their appropriate use. Experience preparing and prosecuting chemical and packaging‑related patent applications. Experience advising R D on patent prosecution strategy, risks, and portfolio development. Experience conducting freedom‑to‑operate analyses and assessing third‑party patent risk. Ability to work independently, assess risk, and deliver practical, business‑focused solutions. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Positive, collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization. Demonstrated ability to manage outside counsel effectively. Similar Jobs Assistant General Counsel U.S. Bank Chicago, IL Full Time Transactions Counsel Pattern Energy Group, Inc. Chicago, IL Full Time Contracts Counsel•Paze Early Warning Services, LLC Chicago, IL Full Time Senior Counsel, Capital Markets & DSF CBRE, Inc. Chicago, IL Full Time Senior Counsel•Global Patents & Innovation The Kraft Heinz Company Chicago, IL Full Time Corporate Counsel SageSure Chicago, IL Full Time About Us Attorney Jobs in USA heartily welcomes you. We provide attorney jobs, in house counsel jobs and law student jobs around the USA from leading resources. We are always welcome your feedback to improve our performance. Please feel free to contact us with your suggestions or concern using Contact Us form. Company About Us Daily Jobs FAQ Terms & Conditions Contact Us Job Search by locations Attorney Jobs in New York Attorney Jobs in Washington Attorney Jobs in San Francisco Attorney Jobs in Los Angeles Attorney Jobs in Chicago Trending job titles Counsel Jobs Employment Associate Jobs Staff Attorney Jobs Prosecutor Jobs Patent Attorney Jobs Copyrights © 2026 All Rights Reserved by Attorney Jobs in USA .