Senior Counsel, Transactions — Pharma M&A & Licensing

BioSpace

North Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 220,000 - 275,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan
Paid time off
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Short-term and long-term incentive programs

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company seeks a Senior Counsel, Transactions to join its Business Development and Acquisitions team. The role involves drafting and negotiating transaction agreements and providing legal advice for M&A and pharmaceutical licensing. Candidates must possess a J.D. and have at least 8 years of industry experience. This position offers a competitive salary range of $220,000 to $275,000, along with comprehensive benefits including paid time off and insurance coverage.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of relevant transactional and/or industry experience.
  • Must meet professional licensing requirements within two years.
  • Experience in advising on complex contractual relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Draft and negotiate key transaction agreements.
  • Engage in due diligence and interpret complex agreements.
  • Select and direct outside counsel for legal projects.

Skills

Negotiating skills
Legal analysis
Judgment
Contractual relationship advisory

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

A global biopharmaceutical company seeks a Senior Counsel, Transactions to join its Business Development and Acquisitions team. The role involves drafting and negotiating transaction agreements and providing legal advice for M&A and pharmaceutical licensing. Candidates must possess a J.D. and have at least 8 years of industry experience. This position offers a competitive salary range of $220,000 to $275,000, along with comprehensive benefits including paid time off and insurance coverage.
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