Senior Corporate Counsel

Roche Holding AG; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 146,000 - 272,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Roche Holding AG in Indianapolis seeks a Senior Corporate Counsel to act as a strategic legal partner for Roche Information Solutions and beyond, focusing on data, digital and privacy with an emphasis on AI.

You will draft and negotiate IT licenses and R&D agreements, guide global data privacy efforts, and coach teams on evolving IT and AI regulations across Roche Diagnostics and Roche Pharma.

Qualifications

• University law degree and bar admission to practice law.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in multinational legal departments or international law firms.
• Expertise in digital, AI, IT and IP law, including contract drafting and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal guidance on data privacy, AI, and software licensing.
• Draft and negotiate complex IT and data-related agreements.
• Lead legal coordination for digital and IT projects across Roche.

Skills

Data privacy

IT law

AI

Contract drafting

Education

Law degree

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Join us as a Senior Corporate Counsel and act as a strategic legal partner to our global team of digital experts in Roche Information Solutions (RIS) and beyond. You will be part of a global network of legal professionals and will also collaborate closely with other legal teams across Roche Diagnostics and Roche Pharma on overarching projects and topics in the field of Data, Digital and Privacy, with a strong focus on AI.

In this role, you will provide high-impact legal guidance, helping to build a sustainable digital health business through innovative data-driven solutions. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can constructively challenge the status quo and collaborate with a global network of legal professionals in the Legal Data, Digital & Privacy (DDP) function.

The Opportunity

• Provide expert legal advice to RIS on all legal matters including data privacy, AI, and software commercialization.
• Draft and negotiate complex agreements, including IT licenses, R&D, and strategic partnerships involving intricate data security and AI questions.
• Lead legal coordination for digital and IT projects, ensuring compliance with global data privacy and cybersecurity standards.
• Develop and implement legal strategies and data privacy policies for Roche Diagnostics businesses in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Educate and train global teams on emerging legal topics, including IT law and AI regulations.
• Support the broader DDP Legal Function as an active member, influencing group-wide legal standards for digital health.

Who You Are

You are a proactive legal professional with a strong affinity for information technology and the ability to translate complex technical issues, such as AI and cloud solutions, into sound legal advice. You possess strong business acumen, are results-oriented, and enjoy working across cultures in a multinational environment. On top of that, you bring the following qualifications:

• A University Law degree and bar admission to practice law in your relevant jurisdiction.
• A Minimum of 5 years of experience within a multinational legal department and/or an international law firm.
• Expertise in digital, AI, IT, and IP law, including contract drafting and negotiation.
• Expert knowledge of US data privacy matters including HIPAA, CCPA, and IT laws (Good knowledge of EU data privacy is a plus).
• A Collaborative mindset and a willingness to travel abroad to support our global mission.

This position is based in Indianapolis.

Relocation benefits are not available for this position.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Indiana is$146,300 to $271,700. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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