This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to lead strategic advising and legal counsel to Walmart’s global business teams on all aspects of intellectual property (IP), including trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets, domain names, IP transactions and licensing, and the Company’s open-source program. This person will serve as the senior legal leader for Walmart’s global IP function, setting strategy, prioritizing risk, and aligning IP initiatives with Walmart’s business objectives. Lead and develop a high-performing team of attorneys and paralegals supporting IP matters worldwide, and act as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders and cross functional stakeholders.
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Lead, mentor, and manage a global team of intellectual property attorneys and paralegals, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and operational excellence.
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Direct and implement global IP strategy for trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets, domain names, transactions and open-source compliance across Walmart’s businesses.
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Serve as the primary point of contact for complex, high risk, or high visibility IP matters, bringing together internal legal partners and business stakeholders as needed.
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Partner closely with senior business leaders to understand product, brand, technology, and digital initiatives, and ensuring IP strategy supports innovation, growth, and risk management.
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Translate complex or highly specialized IP concepts into clear, practical guidance for executive leadership and non-legal audiences.
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Oversee IP transactions and licensing activities, including inbound and outbound licenses, collaborations, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
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Establish and maintain governance for trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets, and domain name portfolios on a global scale.
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Set strategy and oversee Walmart’s open-source program, including policy development, risk assessment, and compliance.
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Manage and supervise outside counsel and service providers to ensure high quality, cost effective legal support aligned with Walmart’s strategic priorities.
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Work cross functionally with legal, compliance, tech, and business teams, both global and domestic, to deliver practical, solution-oriented outcomes.
What you'll bring...
- Broad experience across intellectual property disciplines, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets, open source and IP transactions.
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Demonstrated success leading and developing teams of attorneys and legal professionals in a complex, global organization.
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Ability to excel at building relationships and working effectively with a diverse group of internal clients, business partners, and stakeholders across cultures and geographies.
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Strong interpersonal, communication, and executive presence skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior leaders.
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Ability to be diplomatic, pragmatic, and solution oriented, with sound judgment and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives.
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Comfort operating in fast paced environments and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
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Ability to simplify and explain nuanced legal concepts in a clear, actionable way.
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A collaborative mindset and a bias toward thoughtful action and continuous improvement.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $195,000.00 - $370,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Law degree from an accredited law school and 7 years’ experience in law.
License to practice law in at least one state.
4 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams.
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
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Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.
