Senior Counsel- Business Development
About The Position
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. As a member of the BioPharma, Corporate and Operations Legal group, you’ll be part of a team of transaction lawyers, focused on delivering the most important projects for our Business Development teams. Your work will focus on licensing and collaborations, as well as asset deals, M&A projects and other matters supported by our Business Development teams. We’re looking for a skilled, ambitious lawyer to help AstraZeneca become a world leader in our therapeutic areas of focus, including Oncology, Biopharmaceuticals (including cardiovascular, renal & metabolism; respiratory & immunology; and infectious disease therapies) and Rare Disease. Your specialist expertise will be key to achieving this ambition! In this Global role, you’ll provide legal advice across AstraZeneca’s global organization, working closely with senior leaders.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar license in the U.S.
- 5+ years of experience in corporate and transactional practice at a law firm and/or an in-house legal department
- Significant experience in life sciences transactions
- Strong leadership capabilities and business judgment
- Solution and action orientated approach
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to manage complexity
- Demonstrable accountability and integrity
- Ability to act independently and drive projects to completion
- Strong working knowledge of AI-enabled legal and business tools
Responsibilities
- Serving as the primary legal advisor for your deals, advising from term sheet through signing and closing
- Drafting and negotiating agreements
- Conducting legal due diligence and advising on risk
- Managing external law firms and deal budgets
- Working closely with business development, IP, finance, Tax, R&D, and other functions
- Providing clear and practical advice to the business, including senior leaders
- Leveraging AI to drive efficiencies in deal making and reduce external spend
Benefits
- Qualified retirement programs
- Paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
- Health coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
