Corporate Counsel

HIKMA•Berkeley Heights, NJ

10d•$121,350 - $220,850

About The Position

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is seeking a Corporate Counsel to support internal stakeholders in achieving business objectives, thinking strategically, and making business decisions in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The role serves as a trusted business partner, advising on commercial and operational contracts, business and strategic initiatives, compliance matters, sales, marketing, advertising, pricing, corporate governance, and other legal matters. Responsibilities may change based on departmental needs.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree or equivalent.
Admission, or eligibility for admission, to the bar of Canada or at least one U.S. state in good standing; Ohio, New York, and/or New Jersey admission is preferred.
At least six years of experience with a top law firm or a global pharmaceutical, life sciences, biomedical, or medical supply company.
Strong academic credentials.
Ability to work independently on domestic and international projects with minimal supervision, balance multiple priorities, learn new substantive areas as needed, and work efficiently with cross-functional groups in a multicultural, fast-paced business environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
Experience effectively communicating legal risks to senior leadership.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a jurisdiction in which Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.’s affiliates operate.
Fluency in a second language used by Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.’s international affiliates, such as Arabic, German, Italian, and/or Portuguese.
Bar admission in Ohio, New York, and/or New Jersey.

Responsibilities

Draft, negotiate, review, and advise on commercial contracts, including customer, distributor, wholesaler, and related contracts, as well as contracts supporting sales and marketing activities.
Provide legal advice and review advertising, promotional, and brand activities.
Draft, negotiate, review, and advise on operational, procurement, and supply agreements.
Identify, analyze, and communicate contractual risks to internal business partners, propose mitigation strategies aligned with business objectives, and help stakeholders navigate contractual complexities.
Engage in effective dispute resolution with third-party partners.
Provide legal advice and review on government pricing and price transparency laws, controlled substance registration issues, and pharmacovigilance and medical affairs issues.
Provide legal counsel on matters including corporate governance and organizational matters, legal department operations, real estate, regulatory issues, business development, due diligence, contract manufacturing agreements, litigation support, compliance, investigations, and insurance.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential.
Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 4% of eligible pay; Hikma matches 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay contributed.
Paid time off starting with 20 days, prorated based on hire date, with additional days granted upon work milestone anniversaries.
Three personal days, prorated based on hire date.
Eleven company-paid holidays.
Health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life, and prescription drug coverage, plus voluntary benefits.
Employee discount program.
Wellbeing rewards program.
Career advancement and growth opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid maternity and parental leave.