Sr. Principal IP legal Counsel at MiniMed Group in Los Angeles, CA

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 11 Dec 2026 At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world. About the Role This Senior Principal IP Counsel role will provide intellectual property advice and counsel for MiniMed and will report directly to the VP, Chief Intellectual Property Officer. The Senior Principal IP Counsel will be responsible for implementing global IP strategies, leading and supporting IP M&A activities, leading and supporting IP litigation/freedom-to-operate activities, leading and supporting licensing transactions, and advising clients in R&D and the business on various IP matters. The Senior Principal IP Counsel will be responsible for delivering clear, concise, and actionable legal advice and exceptional work product that is practical and solutions-oriented. Comfort and confidence in communicating intellectual property advice in a clear and succinct way to management is essential. This role will focus primarily on four areas: IP mergers and acquisitions (M&A), IP litigation/freedom-to-operate, IP agreements, and patent portfolio monetization. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in at least one of the two core practice areas: IP M&A or IP litigation/freedom-to-operate. They will also have demonstrated experience in IP agreements and the other core practice area. The ideal candidate will be comfortable regularly collaborating with other in-house IP attorneys who support Pumps, Sensors, and Algorithms technologies to deliver creative IP solutions for MiniMed. This position is an exciting opportunity to join MiniMed, a standalone, publicly traded medical device company focused exclusively on diabetes care. Formerly the Diabetes operating unit of Medtronic, MiniMed is now charting its own path forward with a clear mission to transform diabetes care through innovation, access, and improved outcomes. As an independent company, we are positioned to move with greater agility, accelerate innovation, and make an even greater impact on the lives of people living with diabetes. Preference will be given to Applicants who can work a hybrid schedule (3 days per week in-office) at a MiniMed hub in Northridge, CA, Minneapolis, MN, or Atlanta, GA. However, all applicants will be considered, including those seeking a remote position. Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned. Protect MiniMed’s Pipeline and Strengthen MiniMed’s Ability to Compete Execute all aspects of creation and management of intellectual property Interface with the R&D and business development teams for proactive development and implementation of IP strategies that align with business strategy and objectives. Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to R&D, business development, and business leadership in developing and implementing IP strategies aligned with MiniMed’s long-term objectives. Lead and support identification, assessment, and management of IP risk for MiniMed’s pipeline, including performing global freedom-to-operate evaluations and overseeing the preparation of opinions of counsel when necessary Lead and oversee patent litigation, pre-suit assessments, and patent office proceedings, including USPTO post grant proceedings and EPO patent oppositions Lead and support IP due diligence for mergers/acquisitions with solution-focused approach Draft, negotiate, and advise on complex IP agreements, such as, for example, patent licensing agreements, joint-development agreements, material transfer agreements, acquisition agreements Direct, develop, and analyze thoughtful patent searching strategies for patentability, invalidity, and competitive landscape Ensure ongoing awareness of competitors’ products and activities Operate within budget constraints for outside