Senior Counsel - Litigation and Government Investigations

Bristol Myers Squibb • Princeton, NJ

16d

About The Position

Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible. Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us. SENIOR COUNSEL – LITIGATION AND GOVERNMENT INVESTIGATIONS The Senior Counsel, Litigation & Government Investigations, will be responsible for independently managing various litigation, government investigation, and other legal matters faced by the Company.

Requirements

• JD degree or equivalent and membership in an appropriate bar.
• At least 8 years of legal experience, some of which should include having worked in a corporate legal department or law firm.
• Very strong oral & written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated record of collaboration, being a team player and forming strong working relationships with clients.
• The highest integrity, excellent judgment and the ability to proactively recognize and effectively communicate issues appropriately.
• Solid leadership qualities, intellectual curiosity and a sense of humor.

Nice To Haves

• Significant experience with the pharmaceutical industry generally and understanding of current federal and state pharmaceutical litigation and enforcement environment, and relevant statutes and regulations (including FDCA, False Claims Act, and anti-kickback statutes), is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing a variety of litigation matters, including, but not limited, to antitrust, commercial, consumer protection, product liability, and securities actions, as well as other potential disputes faced by the Company.
• Managing domestic and international internal and government investigations.
• Effectively managing outside counsel representing the Company to achieve positive outcomes.
• Collaborating closely with other Law Department colleagues and functional support groups to provide legal advice and counsel.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
• Work-life benefits include: Paid Time Off US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees) Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays Based on eligibility, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day. All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.
• Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level