Patent Manager - LATAM

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

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What you will do

This role serves as a member of the Kenvue Intellectual Property team, providing patent counseling and strategic support for innovation and product development across the region, with a primary focus on Brazil. The position partners closely with the global Patent Team, R&D, commercial, and cross-functional legal colleagues to protect and advance the company’s technology, support business growth, and manage intellectual property risk.

The successful candidate will combine strong Brazilian patent law knowledge with a sound technical understanding of the company’s technology and will have the ability to translate legal advice into practical business guidance. This role requires collaboration within a global IP organization while independently supporting regional projects and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patent support, including patent preparation and prosecution

• Support freedom‑to‑operate (FTO) assessments, patent landscaping, and related counseling for product development and commercialization

• Assist with intellectual property due diligence activities related to business development initiatives

• Support R&D agreements and collaborate with cross‑functional teams on IP-related provisions

• Contribute to patent enforcement, pre‑litigation assessment, and litigation support activities in coordination with internal and external counsel

• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of relevant technologies, competitive landscapes, and commercial strategies

• Partner closely with R&D and commercial teams across Brazil and the broader Latin American region to influence project‑level decisions

• Present IP strategies and concepts to internal stakeholders and provide training on patent-related topics

• Collaborate with global patent and legal colleagues to deliver aligned, holistic intellectual property guidance

Qualifications – Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Law, or a related technical field

• Relevant experience, which may include a combination of technical and patent legal experience

• Working knowledge of Brazilian patent law and procedures before the INPI

• Professional working proficiency in both Portuguese and English

• Ability to work effectively under the supervision of senior and global patent attorneys

• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical, commercial, and legal audiences

Qualifications – Desired

• Advanced technical or legal degree

• Experience in both a law firm and an in‑house, multinational company environment

• Experience supporting consumer health products, including OTC medicines, skin health, oral care, or related categories

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