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Assistant General Counsel roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's attorney category, available to Canadian and Mexican citizens with a law degree and active bar admission. Canadians can apply at the port of entry with no cap; Mexican nationals apply at a U.S. consulate under a separate annual allocation.
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At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.
Assistant General Counsel - IP
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Assistant General Counsel - IP supports inventors and managers in all IP and licensing matters for the divisions they support. They work with the Senior patent counsels to deliver timely and professional advice on IP assets at the respective companies, supporting the companies' business interests, minimizing potential liability claims by third parties and collaborating with the responsible units to ensure the conformity of the companies' IP operations and transactions with statutory provisions, regulations and directives.
The primary responsibilities of this role, Assistant General Counsel - IP are to:
- Drafting patent applications together with inventors and filing them with patent offices;
- Tracking granting procedures, including checking and responding to patent reviews and appealing patent rejections;
- Initiating opposition or annulment proceedings against competitors' patents;
- Defending the companies' patents against opposition or annulment proceedings by competitors;
- Preparing expert opinions ("patent landscape reports") on the possible obstruction of planned products and their use, and proceedings resulting from competitors' patents;
- Patent infringement proceedings;
- Advice on IP strategy and its implementation;
- Drafting of agreements (confidentiality/non-disclosure, cooperation and license agreements), participation in contract negotiations.
WHO YOU ARE
Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:
Required Qualifications:
- Juris doctorate (JD);
- Excellent command of US patent law, evidenced by registration with the USPTO;
- Knowledge of business administration;
- Ability to draft and evaluate IP-related agreements, especially license agreements;
- Experience in project management.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Science degree, normally MS or PhD;
- Ability to early identify conflicts of interests between organizational units both within and beyond the companies supported and to integrate and coordinate any divergent IP objectives, taking into account legal requirements;
- Ability to promote mutual decision-making despite such conflicts of interest;
- Ability to convince decision-makers in the organizational units, contractual partners, patent offices and courts using objective arguments as part of appropriate negotiating strategies;
- Ability to explain complex legal and technical issues understandably to clients;
- Ability to conduct negotiations and coordinate agreements in line with their functional responsibilities in an international context together with decision-makers from other companies;
- Ability to develop IP strategies in order to protect new or existing products based on an open analysis of the relevant circumstances;
- Ability to draft patent landscape reports;
- Ability to independently implement and track KPIs and targets to optimize the IPR portfolio;
- Ability to independently evaluate company and third-party IP portfolios, especially in the context of mergers and acquisitions;
- Ability to prioritize work independently and on their own responsibility when working on multiple projects with tight deadlines;
- Ability to conduct correspondence with third parties independently and on their own responsibility as per signature authorization.
Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $168,560 to $252,840. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.
This posting will be available for application until at least 6/23/2026.
YOUR APPLICATION
Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.
Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Notice for U.S. Visitors: All information on this site is subject to compliance with local rule and regulations as they may vary from time to time and across different geographies, including, without limitation, U.S. Executive Orders.
Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.
LOCATION
Location: United States : New Jersey : Whippany || United States : California : Woodland || United States : Missouri : Chesterfield || United States : Missouri : Creve Coeur || United States : Missouri : St. Louis
Division: Enabling Functions
Reference Code: 872540
Contact Us
Email: hrop_usa@bayer.com
INTRODUCTION
At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.
Assistant General Counsel - IP
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Assistant General Counsel - IP supports inventors and managers in all IP and licensing matters for the divisions they support. They work with the Senior patent counsels to deliver timely and professional advice on IP assets at the respective companies, supporting the companies' business interests, minimizing potential liability claims by third parties and collaborating with the responsible units to ensure the conformity of the companies' IP operations and transactions with statutory provisions, regulations and directives.
The primary responsibilities of this role, Assistant General Counsel - IP are to:
- Drafting patent applications together with inventors and filing them with patent offices;
- Tracking granting procedures, including checking and responding to patent reviews and appealing patent rejections;
- Initiating opposition or annulment proceedings against competitors' patents;
- Defending the companies' patents against opposition or annulment proceedings by competitors;
- Preparing expert opinions ("patent landscape reports") on the possible obstruction of planned products and their use, and proceedings resulting from competitors' patents;
- Patent infringement proceedings;
- Advice on IP strategy and its implementation;
- Drafting of agreements (confidentiality/non-disclosure, cooperation and license agreements), participation in contract negotiations.
WHO YOU ARE
Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:
Required Qualifications:
- Juris doctorate (JD);
- Excellent command of US patent law, evidenced by registration with the USPTO;
- Knowledge of business administration;
- Ability to draft and evaluate IP-related agreements, especially license agreements;
- Experience in project management.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Science degree, normally MS or PhD;
- Ability to early identify conflicts of interests between organizational units both within and beyond the companies supported and to integrate and coordinate any divergent IP objectives, taking into account legal requirements;
- Ability to promote mutual decision-making despite such conflicts of interest;
- Ability to convince decision-makers in the organizational units, contractual partners, patent offices and courts using objective arguments as part of appropriate negotiating strategies;
- Ability to explain complex legal and technical issues understandably to clients;
- Ability to conduct negotiations and coordinate agreements in line with their functional responsibilities in an international context together with decision-makers from other companies;
- Ability to develop IP strategies in order to protect new or existing products based on an open analysis of the relevant circumstances;
- Ability to draft patent landscape reports;
- Ability to independently implement and track KPIs and targets to optimize the IPR portfolio;
- Ability to independently evaluate company and third-party IP portfolios, especially in the context of mergers and acquisitions;
- Ability to prioritize work independently and on their own responsibility when working on multiple projects with tight deadlines;
- Ability to conduct correspondence with third parties independently and on their own responsibility as per signature authorization.
Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $168,560 to $252,840. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.
This posting will be available for application until at least 6/23/2026.
YOUR APPLICATION
Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.
Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Notice for U.S. Visitors: All information on this site is subject to compliance with local rule and regulations as they may vary from time to time and across different geographies, including, without limitation, U.S. Executive Orders.
Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.
LOCATION
Location: United States : New Jersey : Whippany || United States : California : Woodland || United States : Missouri : Chesterfield || United States : Missouri : Creve Coeur || United States : Missouri : St. Louis
Division: Enabling Functions
Reference Code: 872540
Contact Us
Email: hrop_usa@bayer.com
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Assistant General Counsel
Verify your bar admission covers TN eligibility
TN visa attorney classification requires a license to practice law in Canada, Mexico, or a U.S. state. If you hold a Canadian or Mexican law degree but your bar admission is inactive or suspended, resolve that before applying. CBP will ask for proof of good standing.
Target employers with active legal departments
Focus on companies large enough to have in-house legal teams, such as publicly traded corporations, financial institutions, and regulated industries like healthcare or energy. These employers routinely handle TN filings and are less likely to treat sponsorship as an obstacle during offer negotiations.
Clarify your practice area before the offer stage
TN petitions for Attorney roles don't require specifying a subspecialty, but your offer letter should describe legal duties clearly. Vague job descriptions like 'provide legal support' can draw CBP scrutiny. Ask your employer to specify functions such as contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, or litigation oversight.
Search for sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Assistant General Counsel roles by employers who have a history of TN visa sponsorship. This cuts the time you'd otherwise spend cold-applying to companies that won't engage with the process at all.
Prepare for consular filing if you're Mexican
Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate rather than a port of entry, and the annual TN allocation means timing matters. Gather your law degree, bar certificate, offer letter, and any supporting credentials well before your intended start date to avoid delays.
Align your start date with the TN filing timeline
Canadian applicants can get TN status at the border the same day, but if your employer needs you to start on a fixed date, build in buffer for document review. CBP officers can request additional evidence on the spot, and a second trip is not uncommon.
Assistant General Counsel TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Assistant General Counsel role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. The TN visa includes an Attorney category under USMCA, which covers in-house counsel roles including Assistant General Counsel. You need a law degree from an accredited institution in Canada, Mexico, or the U.S., plus an active bar license. The job offer must describe duties consistent with legal practice, not general business management.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Assistant General Counsel positions?
The TN visa has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and no employer petition required for Canadian applicants, who can obtain status at a port of entry. H-1B visa requires a lottery selection, a USCIS petition, and months of processing time. For attorneys who qualify under USMCA, TN is generally faster and more predictable than the H-1B visa route.
Can I switch from one employer to another on TN status as an in-house attorney?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. If you leave your sponsoring employer, your TN authorization ends. To work for a new company, you or the new employer must obtain new TN status before you begin. Canadian nationals can do this at a port of entry; Mexican nationals must return to a consulate.
Where can I find Assistant General Counsel jobs that include TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter legal roles specifically by employers with TN visa sponsorship history. This is more efficient than applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company won't sponsor. Searching with TN eligibility as a filter upfront saves significant time and avoids wasted applications.
Does my Canadian or Mexican law degree satisfy the TN attorney requirement?
A law degree from a Canadian or Mexican institution typically satisfies the educational requirement for TN attorney classification. However, you must also hold an active bar license in Canada, Mexico, or a U.S. jurisdiction. CBP will review both credentials. If your degree is from another country, you'll likely need a credential evaluation and may face additional scrutiny.