Business Development Counsel
About The Position
Biogen is seeking a seasoned BD Counsel to become a vital contributor to our dynamic legal team. Reporting directly to the Chief Corporation Counsel, this position is based at our headquarters in Cambridge, MA. The individual stepping into this role will be at the forefront of complex deal work, pivotal to the company's strategic expansions and product pipeline development. As a BD Counsel, you will provide expert legal guidance on transaction initiatives and strategies, specializing in various forms of agreements and partnerships within the biotechnology sector. Your contributions will support Biogen's robust growth trajectory and commitment to innovation. In this role, you will be instrumental in structuring and executing strategic transactions, ensuring alignment with Biogen's business goals and legal framework. Your expertise will help shape the future of our business development endeavors, reflecting the value you bring to the broader organizational structure.
Requirements
- Minimum of 12 years’ experience in the corporate department of a leading law firm and/or in-house corporate legal department.
- Demonstrated experience with mergers and acquisitions, collaborations, consortiums, venture capital transactions, and license agreements.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree with active bar licensure
- Exceptional intellectual capacity and business counseling presence.
- Strong decision-making intuition and communication skills.
- Proven ability to establish and manage business practices for legal and risk management.
- Local candidates only.
Responsibilities
- Lead legal due diligence for strategic transactions, offering critical counsel on transaction structures and business terms.
- Prepare non-binding term sheets and ensure the negotiation and execution of definitive agreements that align with Biogen's business and legal objectives.
- Act as the primary responsible attorney on strategic deals, providing expert legal guidance throughout the transaction process.
- Collaborate with colleagues across various functional areas, including business development, finance, tax, R&D, and commercial teams.
- Work closely with intellectual property attorneys and other legal experts to leverage specialized knowledge where necessary.
- Manage and optimize the engagement and performance of outside law firms on strategic matters.
- Oversee the preparation of budgets for legal services and ensure the quality and timeliness of external firms' work.
- Ensure that all transactional activities adhere to internal policies, as well as relevant laws and regulations.
- Provide ongoing legal advice and support to internal clients within the business development area and other departments.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
- Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
- Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
- A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
- Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
- 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
- Employee Resource Groups participation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
