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Neurocrine Biosciences

Sr. Corporate Counsel- Commercial- San Diego based

Neurocrine Biosciences, San Diego, CA, United States


Who We Are

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

What We Do

Neurocrine Biosciences is a neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, endocrine and psychiatric disorders. The company’s diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson’s disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as clinical programs in multiple therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science.*in collaboration with AbbVie

About The Role

Addresses a broad array of legal matters to support the Company’s Commercial, Corporate Affairs, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and/or general administrative departments. Works closely with other members of the Legal and Compliance teams and their respective clients to address legal issues across several disciplines. Advises, conducts training and offers legal partnership and support to business clients. Drafts and negotiates complex life sciences arrangements and contracts.

Your Contributions (include, But Are Not Limited To)
  1. Provides clear and business-savvy legal advice and risk guidance to commercial business partners and key stakeholders related to one or more of the following:
    • Commercial activities including review of promotional materials and resources, marketing strategies, salesforce initiatives and training, industry educational events and market access
    • Multiple activities related to commercial products and compliance with specific legislation (Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, and the Food Drug and Cosmetic Act)
    • Supporting the company’s Commercial, Regulatory, Patient Advocacy, Corporate Communications, Medical Affairs and general administrative departments through late phase drug development, pre-commercialization, regulatory approval, and commercialization
    • Routine counseling on corporate issues, including interactions with executive management
    • A variety of activities such as licensing, collaborations, agency and third-party vendor contracting, and other matters, including contract negotiations and post-execution implementation of complex business arrangements
  2. Drafts, negotiates, and advises clients on a broad range of legal and contractual matters to support the Company’s business, including but not limited to:
    • Vendor services agreements, consulting agreements, license agreements, confidentiality, nondisclosure agreements, distribution agreements, payor and related market access agreements, and drug pricing matters
    • Interacts closely with clients and third-party contracting parties to understand business requirements and ensure that contractual terms are consistent with the Company’s priorities and policies
    • May draft and manage template legal documents
    • Acts as advisor on legal issues involving the organization’s government and regulatory compliance
    • Reviews legal data and advises organization on appropriate legal action
    • Coordinates legal matters handled by, and manages, outside counsel
    • May counsel clients on trademarks, trade secrets, advertising law, privacy
    • Other duties as assigned

Requirements
  1. Juris Doctorate (JD) degree and 10 years practice as an attorney in a well-regarded law firm and experience with a life sciences company, and/or a reputable, highly rated law firm with a focus on representing life science companies, or a combination of both
  2. An active license to practice law in any state
  3. Ability to draft and negotiate complex agreements
  4. Ability to independently identify, analyze and render legal advice on complex issues, and understand the business impact of legal advice
  5. Ability to deliver clear, concise and accurate advice, including the appropriate level of detail and anticipation of follow-up questions
  6. Ability to build consensus with diverse stakeholders and third parties and form strong, collaborative working relationships with clients
  7. Demonstrates expertise in several of the following: general corporate matters, including corporate organization and governance, healthcare and regulatory compliance, drafting transactional documents and agreements, employment law, data privacy, risk management, contract management
  8. Expertise with respect to corporate compliance and transactional experience is required, including strong contract drafting skills
  9. Recognized as external expert in a strategic job function
  10. Requires broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge theories and techniques within a strategic job function
  11. Applies ingenuity and creativity to problem analysis and resolution in complicated and/or novel situations
  12. Influences internal/external business and/or industry issues that have an impact on Neurocrine
  13. Ability to drive strategic direction into tactical plans
  14. Ability to lead multiple teams
  15. Strong leadership, mentoring skills and abilities typically supervises lower levels and/or leads indirect teams
  16. Exceptional communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking, influencing skills.
  17. Sets broader picture and longer-term vision for department
  18. Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects/programs, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
  19. Excellent project leadership skills
  20. Research skills
  21. Decision-making and planning skills
  22. Organizational skills

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

Salary and Benefits

The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $215,400.00-$312,450.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 35% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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