Senior Litigation Counsel

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THE WORLD NEEDS 

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. 

Chemours is seeking a Senior Litigation Counsel to join our growing Legal team. This HYBRID position will be available in Wilmington, DE and report directly to the Deputy General Counsel.

The Senior Litigation Counsel is responsible for managing and overseeing specific litigation and dispute resolution matters and dockets affecting the company. This role serves as a strategic advisor to business units, coordinates with outside counsel, and provides proactive risk mitigation guidance. The Senior Litigation Counsel will handle complex cases, regulatory investigations, and internal inquiries, ensuring alignment with the company’s goals and values.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead and manage all aspects of pending and threatened litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations.

• Advise executive leadership and business units on litigation risks, strategies, and exposure.

• Develop and implement litigation strategies, including settlement of matters when appropriate, with input and approval from legal management and business leaders.

• Select and engage outside counsel.

• Review pleadings and discovery responses, supervise outside counsel, ensure effective case management, and appropriately manage legal expenses.

• Represent the company in settlement negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings as needed.

• Provide legal advice, guidance, and training to internal corporate clients on legal and risk issues related to both long-term strategy and day-to-day business operations.

• Oversee the internal discovery process.

• Track significant legal developments, emerging risks, and relevant regulatory changes.

• Prepare litigation reports and updates for management and the board of directors.

The following is required for this role:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license to practice law in at least one state.

• Litigation experience involving toxic tort matters or working within a chemical, industrial, or heavy manufacturing business.

• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external team members.

• Demonstrated ability to balance legal risks with business objectives.

• Experience managing outside counsel and controlling legal expenses.

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.

The following is preferred for this role:

• Minimum of 8 years’ litigation experience at a large law firm and/or the law department of a major corporation.

Benefits: 

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.  

Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. 

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws. 

Chemours is an E-Verify employer 

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation 

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position  

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.

Pay Range (in local currency):

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The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."