Patent Agent & Trade Secret Leader

Position Overview As a Patent Agent & Trade Secret Leader at Chemours, you will join our growing Legal team and provide strategic intellectual property leadership. This hybrid position reports directly to the Chief IP Counsel and is based in Wilmington, DE, with occasional travel to Newark, Delaware. Responsibilities Work with business and technical colleagues to develop and implement patent strategies involving landscaping, freedom-to-operate, patent procurement, enforcement, and offensive and defensive patent invalidations proceedings around the world. Develop and manage a global patent portfolio, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications globally, working with foreign agents and attorneys, U.S. outside counsel as needed, and in‑house legal assistants, paralegals, patent agents, and attorney colleagues. Conduct periodic patent portfolio reviews to support alignment with business and technical strategy. Globally manage Chemours' trade secret program, including conducting periodic trade secret reviews and audits, identification and documentation of new trade secrets, coordination of company‑wide trade secret training, and working closely with cross‑functional leadership to advance trade secret programs. Manage legal costs and resources. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. Admitted to practice and in good standing with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. 5+ years of experience at a large law firm and/or in‑house law department. Excellent attention to detail and organizational ability, including managing priorities and meeting deadlines. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely and build relationships with domestic and international business and technical colleagues. Preferred Qualifications Background or experience in fluorochemistry or in polymer chemistry. Benefits Competitive compensation. Comprehensive benefits packages. 401(k) match. Employee Stock Purchase Program. Tuition reimbursement. Commuter benefits. Learning and development opportunities. Strong inclusion and diversity initiatives. Company‑paid volunteer day. Pay Range $141,120.00 - $220,500.00 (local currency). Chemours Level: 28. Annual Bonus Target: 16%. EEO Statement We’re an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws. Chemours is an E‑Verify employer. Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chemours International Operations Sàrl