Corporate Counsel

Hikma; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 121,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

401(k) with employer match

20 days PTO + holidays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is seeking a Corporate Counsel in Berkeley Heights, NJ, to support internal stakeholders and ensure legal compliance across commercial activities and operations.

The role focuses on contracts, pricing, regulatory matters, and governance, reporting to the AVP, North America Legal. The ideal candidate has a JD and at least six years’ experience in a top law firm or life sciences company, with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree or equivalent and admission (or eligibility) to the bar of a US state or Canada.
• At least six years’ experience with a top law firm or global pharmaceutical or life sciences company.
• Strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, review and advise on commercial contracts (customer, distributor, etc.).
• Provide legal advice on advertising, promotional and brand activities.
• Review and advise on operational, procurement and supply agreements.
• Identify contractual risks and propose mitigation aligned with business objectives.
• Engage in dispute resolution with third parties.
• Provide advice on government pricing, price transparency, controlled substance issues, and pharmacovigilance.
• Advise on corporate governance, regulatory issues, and other legal matters as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Legal risk communication

Independent worker

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission eligibility (US/Canada)

Job description

Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

Job Type: Full-time

About Us

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates' mission is to bring Better Health. Within Reach. Every Day.® for millions of patients around the world. We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 750 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our 32 manufacturing plants, eight R&D centers, and 8,500+ employees worldwide, we are always hard at work creating high-quality medicines and making them accessible to the people who need them .

Description

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Corporate Counsel to join our team. You will report to the Associate Vice President, North America Legal and focus on supporting internal stakeholders to achieve business objectives, think strategically, and make business decisions in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, review and advise on a full spectrum of commercial contracts including customer, distributor, wholesaler and related contracts, as well as contracts supporting various sales and marketing activities.
• Provide legal advice and review of advertising, promotional, and brand activities.
• Draft, negotiate, review, and advise on a full spectrum of operational, procurement, and supply agreements
• Identify, analyze, and communicate contractual risks to relevant internal business partners, proposing effective mitigation strategies that align with business objectives; help stakeholders navigate contractual complexities in the context of business objectives and priorities.
• Engage in effective dispute resolution with third party partners.
• Provide legal advice and review on government pricing and price transparency laws, controlled substance registration issues, and pharmacovigilance and medical affairs issues.
• Provide legal counsel as needed for a broad range of matters that may include (but are not limited to): corporate governance and organizational matters, legal department operational matters, real estate matters, regulatory issues, business development, due diligence, contract manufacturing agreements, litigation support, compliance support, investigations, and insurance matters.

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor Degree or equivalent and admission (or eligibility for admission) to the bar of Canada or at least one U.S. state in good standing (preferably Ohio, New York, and/or New Jersey).
• At least six years’ experience with a top law firm or global pharmaceutical or other life sciences, biomedical, or medical supply company.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Ability to be an independent worker and work on projects (both domestic and international) with minimal supervision, balance multiple priorities, learn new substantive areas as needed, and work efficiently and closely with cross-functional groups in a multicultural fast-paced business environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Experience effectively communicating legal risks to senior leadership

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a jurisdiction in which Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.'s affiliates operate
• Fluency in a second language used by Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.'s international affiliates such as Arabic, German, Italian, and/or Portuguese.

Compensation

Base Salary: $121,350.00 - $220,850.00 annually. The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, work location, prior experience and job-related knowledge, relevant skills and expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The Talent Acquisition team can provide more details about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

What We Offer*

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 4% of eligible pay. Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
• 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
• 11 company paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards program
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Agency Notice

Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions. In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific