Product/Brand Legal Counsel - US
About The Position
Product/Brand Legal Counsel - US, you will be an integral member of our North America Legal team who provides strategic and solutions-oriented legal counsel to support our Commercial, Medical Affairs, and Market Access teams . You will be tasked with navigating a complex legal landscape, offering guidance on federal and state healthcare laws, regulations, and industry standards. Your role is vital in partnering with cross-functional business leaders to meet corporate objectives while managing legal risks. You will serve as a strategic business partner to cross-functional brand teams, delivering clear legal advice and practical, business-focused solutions. This position brings immense value to our organization by protecting our integrity and reputation, both in the US and globally, through keen legal acumen and problem-solving skills.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active bar membership in good standing (U.S. jurisdiction required).
- Minimum 10 years of legal experience, including at least 7 years in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry or at a law firm focused on healthcare/life sciences.
- Strong knowledge of the U.S. healthcare, pharmaceutical, and biotech regulatory environment (FDA, OIG, DOJ, FTC).
- Demonstrated ability to balance legal risk with business objectives effectively.
- Excellent communication, drafting, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting commercial, medical affairs, and/or market access functions directly.
- Federal and state data privacy laws expertise
- Prior participation in medical regulatory and legal (promotional and non-promotional) committees.
- Experience with digital health, social media, and emerging technologies in pharma.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day legal advice and risk assessments to in-market product teams.
- Interpret and apply federal and state laws, such as the FDCA, FCA, Anti-Kickback Statute, and HIPAA/data privacy laws.
- Advise on interactions with healthcare professionals, payers, patients, and patient advocacy organizations.
- Review and approve promotional and non-promotional materials through the MLR review process.
- Counsel on advertising, promotion, social media, and scientific exchange compliance.
- Support field force initiatives, speaker programs, and patient engagement activities.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, ensuring efficient contracting processes.
- Monitor evolving healthcare laws, offering proactive guidance on emerging risks.
- Develop and deliver training for business partners on legal and compliance issues.
- May advise on payer engagement, government price reporting, and patient support services.
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
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
