Senior Counsel, Business Development About the Company Premier healthcare company preventing & treating diabetes
Industry
Pharmaceuticals
Type
Public Company
Founded
1923
Employees
10,001+
Categories ConstructionManufacturingPharmaceuticalHealth & WellnessB2BE-commerceConsulting & Professional ServicesB2CBiotechnologyBiotechnology and PharmaceuticalsDiabetesDiabetes CareGrowth Hormone TherapyHaemophilia CareHealthHealth CareHemophilia CareHormone Replacement TherapyKids HealthMedicineNovo NordiskNovo Nordisk Official WebsiteNovo Nordisk a/sPharmaceutical CompanyMedicalPharmaceuticalsChemical Products Specialties pharmaceuticalsinsulinobesityrare diseasesand diabetes Business Classifications B2C About the Role The Company is seeking a Senior Counsel for Business Development.
The successful candidate will be a key legal advisor, providing support in the drafting and negotiation of a variety of strategic agreements, including licensing, research and development collaborations, and M&A agreements.
This role is pivotal in engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders, both within the business and across global legal teams.
The Senior Counsel will be responsible for managing critical legal issues, proactively identifying risks and opportunities, and collaborating with various functions such as patents, R&D operations, finance, and tax.
The position requires a J.D.
Law degree, state bar admission, and a minimum of 6 years relevant legal experience, with a preference for those with a background in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry.
Applicants for the Senior Counsel position at the company should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, a proactive and results-oriented attitude, and the ability to work effectively in a global environment.
The role demands a professional with a strong work ethic, business judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
The ideal candidate will have a background in providing legal advice to the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry, with experience in drafting and negotiating industry-specific agreements.
An international mindset, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion are also essential.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating an inclusive culture that values the diverse perspectives and backgrounds of its employees.
Hiring Manager Title
Vice President Legal, Ethics, Compliance and Quality - Region SEEMEA
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions LegalBusiness Development