Senior Counsel, Litigation

Overview

An organization is seeking an experienced litigator to manage a diverse litigation and pre-litigation docket with creative dispute resolution skills. This is a remote position reporting to the Vice President of Global Litigation & Legal Operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of in-house litigation support from initiation through resolution, including record retention/legal holds, discovery, witness interviews, mediations/arbitrations, trials, and appeals
• Independently develop litigation strategy and manage lawsuits and subpoena responses, including early case assessments, exposure analyses, and disposition goals
• Proactively identify and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential litigation
• Select, direct, and collaborate with outside counsel to achieve favorable outcomes
• Work collaboratively with legal departments, Finance, Internal Audit, Enterprise Risk Management, and other functions
• Develop and manage litigation budgets effectively
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Litigation

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Current bar admission in good standing
• Minimum of 10 years of combined relevant experience in law firm and in-house legal department settings
• Strong litigation background with comprehensive knowledge of pre-trial, trial, and post-trial procedures
• Preference for candidates with experience in life sciences companies
• Excellent verbal and written business communication skills
• Exceptional analytical, legal research, drafting, writing, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong judgment and ability to present ideas logically
• Client-focused with confident interpersonal and negotiation skills to interact with senior business leaders, vendors, customers, and third parties
• Ability to resolve conflicts, overcome resistance, and facilitate consensus
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, processes, and risk tolerance, offering practical, compliance-oriented solutions
• Collaborative approach suitable for a global organization
• Ability to work independently on complex legal matters with minimal supervision
• Strong time management skills to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Willingness to learn new business areas and legal topics

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the life sciences industry

Compensation & Benefits

Details regarding compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Location

This is a remote position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The employer is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and a Federal Contractor. Discrimination based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic is prohibited.

Note: This description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.