Corporate Counsel

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Performance bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Health benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Hikma Pharmaceuticals in Berkeley Heights, NJ, is seeking a Corporate Counsel to support North America legal operations. The role requires a JD and 6+ years of experience at a top law firm or global pharma, with eligibility to practice in the US or Canada.

Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, regulatory and brand advice, risk mitigation, and governance support. The position offers a strong salary range and benefits.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or equivalent; admission or eligibility to practice in Canada or at least one U.S. state.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, review, and advise on commercial, operational, procurement, and supply agreements.
• Provide legal advice on advertising, promotional, and brand activities.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks, engage in dispute resolution, and advise on government pricing, pharmacovigilance, and regulatory matters.
• Support corporate governance, real‑estate, due diligence, litigation support, compliance, investigations, and insurance matters.

Skills

Legal experience (6+ years)

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission eligibility (US/Canada)

Job description

Corporate Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

Hikma Pharmaceuticals

Rolling Basis (Official)

$121,350.00 - $220,850.00 annually

Juris Doctor or equivalent; admission or eligibility to practice in Canada or at least one U.S. state (preferably Ohio, New York, or New Jersey); minimum six years of experience at a top law firm or a global pharmaceutical/life‑sciences company; strong academic credentials; ability to work independently on domestic and international projects

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Corporate Counsel – Hikma Pharmaceuticals

Hikma Pharmaceuticals, a global pharmaceutical manufacturer, is hiring a Corporate Counsel in Berkeley Heights, NJ to support North America legal operations.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Juris Doctor or equivalent; admission or eligibility to practice in Canada or at least one U.S. state (preferably Ohio, New York, or New Jersey).
• Minimum six years of experience at a top law firm or a global pharmaceutical/life‑sciences company.
• Strong academic credentials and ability to work independently on domestic and international projects.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, review, and advise on commercial, operational, procurement, and supply agreements.
• Provide legal advice on advertising, promotional, and brand activities.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks, engage in dispute resolution, and advise on government pricing, pharmacovigilance, and regulatory matters.
• Support corporate governance, real‑estate, due diligence, litigation support, compliance, investigations, and insurance matters.
• Base salary: $121,350 – $220,850 per annum (determined during interview).
• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential.
• 401(k) with 4% pre‑tax contribution and 100% match on first 6%.
• Paid time off, personal days, company holidays, comprehensive health benefits, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, etc.