Overview
A Senior Corporate Counsel position is available to manage litigation and claims involving U.S.-based entities of a global biopharmaceutical organization. This role focuses primarily on managing a Talc/Asbestos docket of cases, along with providing business operational, promotional review, and bankruptcy advice related to the corporate entity holding these liabilities. The position requires independent management of litigation, collaboration with outside counsel, and coordination with various internal departments.
Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse caseload including Talc/Asbestos litigation, product liability, general commercial litigation, environmental matters, and bankruptcy issues.
- Provide business operational and bankruptcy advice related to Talc/Asbestos liabilities.
- Supervise document collection and production while preserving privileges.
- Effectively manage outside counsel expenditures.
- Analyze complex legal situations, develop strategies, and implement plans.
- Maintain detailed knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory environments.
- Advise senior legal management on developments and risk areas.
- Resolve disputes through negotiation or mediation, with or without outside counsel.
- Participate in cross-functional teams across the organization.
- Develop innovative solutions to legal and business challenges.
- Escalate issues internally and with outside counsel as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of legal experience.
- Licensed to practice law in a U.S. state; must be in good standing in New Jersey or able to obtain a New Jersey limited license for in-house counsel.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and other standard corporate software.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in pharmaceutical or biotech companies, FDA or other relevant government agencies, or law firms handling healthcare-related matters.
Professional Skills and Attributes
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal abilities.
- Self-motivated, reliable, and accountable with the ability to work independently.
- Sound judgment and commitment to ethical conduct.
- Ability to develop, present, and execute innovative solutions.
- Team player with a commitment to collaboration across legal and cross-functional teams.
- Understanding of legal principles, compliance, and business requirements.
- Project management skills.
- Proactive in identifying improvement opportunities and engaging stakeholders.
- Solution- and business-oriented mindset.
- High level of professionalism.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining quality and timeliness.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in the organization's employee benefit programs, which include a comprehensive health and wellbeing package, prevention and wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave.
Location
Positions are available in Morristown, New Jersey, and Cambridge, Massachusetts.