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Job Name
Legal Counsel I - USA
Country
United States
State
NA
Date Published
26-Jan-2026
Job ID
46283
Travel
up to 10%
Additional Locations
Detroit - Michigan, Houston - Texas, San Francisco - California, New York - New York, Washington - DC
This role can be based remotely in United States 
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Description and Requirements

CareerArc Code
CA-LJ
#LI-LJ1
Hybrid: #LI-Hybrid
This Is Helix. Powered by You.

At BMC Helix, we don’t do ordinary. We’re the AI-native engine behind the world’s most forward-thinking IT organizations, helping them focus on what matters most. What are we passionate about? We're here to reset the economics of enterprise IT and help others realize the ROI of AI.

We are a mix of curious minds, creative thinkers, and courageous builders who believe tech should change the game—not just play it. We celebrate wins, support each other, and laugh a lot.

We are the change makers. With decades of leadership and established trust in IT service and operations management, we’re scaling with purpose—through organic innovation, strategic acquisitions, and relentless R&D. Our open-first Agentic AI platform empowers autonomous agents to drive real outcomes with speed, accountability, and precision.

We are laser-focused on delivering real value to our customers by accelerating innovation and the application of applying agentic AI in digital service and operations management for IT organizations around the world.
The BMC Helix Legal team is a strategic, business‑driven partner at the heart of a fast‑growing SaaS organization. We navigate complex federal, public sector, and commercial landscapes with clarity and confidence, enabling the company to move quickly while staying compliant and protected. Joining us means working on high‑impact deals, influencing key decisions, and growing your career alongside a collaborative, forward‑thinking team that’s shaping the future of our business.

We are a tight-knit, high-impact legal team at the heart of a fast-moving tech company. Smart, curious, and highly collaborative, we bring sharp legal minds to the table—without the ego. We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented and enthusiastic early-career IP Counsel to join the team. In this role, you will be responsible for a diverse range of IP matters, including assisting in the development of the company’s patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and for the strategic protection, expansion and enforcement of its mission-critical intellectual property portfolio. You will have a strong interest in software technology and IP law and the ability to proactively issue-spot in ambiguous situations.  We value curiosity, clear communication, creative problem-solving, and a healthy sense of humor. If you’re looking to join a legal team that’s both intellectually rigorous and refreshingly down-to-earth, we would love to meet you.
The Product & Intellectual Property Counsel is an house legal role responsible for assisting the BMC Helix’s patent and trademark strategy, advising product teams, and serving as a key legal partner across R&D, Product, Marketing, Procurement, and Compliance functions. This role blends hands on intellectual property leadership with product counseling, governance, and risk management, supporting innovation, commercialization, and global operations at scale.

Here is how, through this exciting role, YOU will contribute to BMC Helix's and your own success:

  • Assist company efforts to maintain and expand its patent and trademark portfolio, be a valued member of the Patent Review Committee (PRC), collaborating with CTO, R&D, and product teams to identify and protect innovation.  
  • Manage IP budget and outside counsel relationships, including partnering with outside counsel to draft, review, and prosecute patent and trademark applications. 
  • Protect company intellectual property, including by assisting Chief Litigation Counsel in litigation related to company intellectual property enforcement actions, and by supporting and collaborating with privacy and product security teams to respond to cyber threats and/or data breaches. 
  • Review and draft IP-related clauses in commercial agreements, NDAs, licensing agreements, and vendor contracts. Prepare intercompany agreements and licenses for affiliate use of intellectual property. Support the use of open-source software in the company’s proprietary software code. Conduct IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
  • Monitor, report, and provide training on IP developments, including litigation, enforcement actions, and regulatory developments. Maintain corporate policies regarding copyrights, confidential information, AI use, open-source software use, and IP records and databases.
To ensure you are set up for success, you will bring the following skillset & experience:
  • You hold Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school, with admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
  • You have 1-4 years of experience in IP law, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department.
  • You have knowledge of patent and trademark prosecution processes. Prior patent prosecution experience is a plus.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across global teams and to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
  • An understanding of open-source licensing and software IP issues is preferred.
  • Strong judgment, executive presence, and ability to operate autonomously.

#LI-Remote 

Why Work Here? Because You’ll Matter.​

We’re not hiring for roles—we’re hiring for impact. At Helix, you’ll solve hard problems, build smart solutions, and work with people who challenge and champion you. You’ll see your ideas come to life—and your work make a difference.​

We believe in trust, transparency, and grit. Our culture is inclusive, flexible, and built for people who want to stretch themselves - and support others doing the same.  Whether you’re remote or in-office, you’ll find space to show up fully and contribute meaningfully. You won’t be boxed in—you’ll be backed up.​

Make Your Mark At Helix​

If Helix excites you but you're unsure if you meet every qualification, apply anyway. We value diverse perspectives and believe the best ideas come from everywhere.​

EEOC Statement

Helix is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender,  gender expression,  gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status asa protected veteran.  If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page.

BMC Software maintains a strict policy of not requesting any form of payment in exchange for employment opportunities, upholding a fair and ethical hiring process.

The annual base salary range represents the low and high end of the BMC salary range for this position. Actual salaries depend on a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training, licensure, and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. 

The range listed is just one component of BMC's employee compensation package. Other rewards may include a variable plan and country specific benefits.

At BMC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at /near the top of the range. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $99,600 - $166,000

Min salary
99,600

Why Work Here? Because You’ll Matter.​

We’re not hiring for roles—we’re hiring for impact. At Helix, you’ll solve hard problems, build smart solutions, and work with people who challenge and champion you. You’ll see your ideas come to life—and your work make a difference.​

We believe in trust, transparency, and grit. Our culture is inclusive, flexible, and built for people who want to stretch themselves - and support others doing the same.  Whether you’re remote or in-office, you’ll find space to show up fully and contribute meaningfully. You won’t be boxed in—you’ll be backed up.​

Make Your Mark At Helix​

If Helix excites you but you're unsure if you meet every qualification, apply anyway. We value diverse perspectives and believe the best ideas come from everywhere.​

EEOC Statement

Helix is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender,  gender expression,  gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status asa protected veteran.  If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page.

Mid point salary
132,800
Max salary
166,000
Min Salary - NEW
99,600
Max Salary - NEW
166,000