Recruitment Data Policies Legal Lead Patient Supply

UCB • Atlanta, GA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Legal Lead, Patient Supply serves as a trusted legal advisor supporting UCB’s internal and external manufacturing, supply chain, and operational initiatives, including capital expenditure projects and the company’s expanding U.S. biologics manufacturing footprint. The role partners with project teams and business leaders to provide practical legal guidance, manage complex contracts, mitigate risk, and support investments that serve patients worldwide.

The position is part of the Legal Team supporting Patient Solutions, Patient Supply, and Global Quality. It works collaboratively with leaders in procurement, engineering, manufacturing, operations, supply chain, quality, finance, and project management, as well as colleagues in Intellectual Property and Ethics & Business Integrity. The role is based in UCB’s Atlanta, Georgia office and follows a hybrid-first approach, with 40% of work time spent in the office.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar.
• At least 6 years of law firm and/or in-house legal experience.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and commercial counseling skills.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, manufacturing, or construction industry.
• Experience supporting large-scale capital investment projects.
• Background advising on engineering, procurement, supply chain, and internal and external manufacturing operations.
• Ability to deliver practical, business-focused legal solutions.
• Experience working across global cross-functional teams.
• Strong interest in innovation, technology, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for internal and external manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
• Partner on major capital investment and facility projects, including construction and equipment procurement.
• Advise on supplier disputes, claims, and contract performance issues.
• Identify and mitigate legal, compliance, and operational risks.
• Develop contracting processes, templates, and negotiation playbooks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree