Corporate Counsel

GRIFOLS, S.A.•CA-Los Angeles, CA

1d•$160,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position will work as part of a team of attorneys and contract professionals responsible for the drafting, negotiating, and processing of contracts for Grifols’ North American business units, particularly R&D. This position presents the opportunity for a successful candidate to receive specialized training and to develop skills that open possibilities for a long-term career path within Grifols. While experience in the pharmaceutical industry will always be favorably considered, candidates need not have direct experience, but must present the skills and aptitude to undertake the preparation and negotiation of complex agreements.

Requirements

Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, with an excellent ability to issue spot and integrate legal advice with business goals.
Ability to work well in a cross-functional team environment, as well as in a small team environment and become a productive and positive member of the legal team.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate concisely.
J.D. from a well-respected academic institution required.
Admission to a state bar is required.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the biotech/pharmaceuticals industry and/or equivalent law firm experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the pharmaceutical industry

Responsibilities

Draft, review and negotiate contracts, including the areas of clinical research, general procurement such as supply agreements, real estate related agreements such as leases, as well as other commercial and vendor agreements.
Manage claims and litigation involving personal injury, employment matters, and other business disputes.
Provide legal support in a wide variety of areas including industrial, commercial, and manufacturing.
Some knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment, as it relates to healthcare compliance in the pharmaceutical industry including anti-kickback statutes, government fraud and abuse, off-label promotion, anticorruption laws would be a plus but not required.