Medtronic
Senior Principal Legal Counsel, Aortic
Medtronic, Little Ferry, New Jersey, us, 07643
Careers that Change Lives
Provide legal advice and counsel to business units/management for the Aortic business within the Structural Heart & Aortic Operating Unit.This role interacts commonly with senior business and legal leadership and all medical device business functions on topics that may include any of the following: marketing and sales activities, Antikickback Statute, FDA law including quality and clinical, healthcare compliance efforts, business development, general business advising, general contract drafting and negotiations, training and dispute resolution.Exact scope of duties will vary depending on candidate qualifications.
This position can work in one of our US Medtronic office locations or work remote.
A Day in the Life
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Support Aortic business in meeting its revenue and other business/functional objectives while solving legal problems and managing associated risks. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of essential job functions, but rather a general overview of the principal responsibilities.Advise and counsel business clients and management on legal issues.Identify, anticipate and help mitigate key legal risks within areas of responsibility.Negotiate and prepare contracts and agreements.Identify and manage legal resources internal and outside as required to provide high-quality legal services at a reasonable cost.Provide client training on legal issues, policies and processes.Work closely with partners in various Legal Centers of Excellence to deliver excellent and timely guidance and other legal services for the business.Actively participate in strategic discussions with the Aortic Senior Leadership Team.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Juris Doctor from nationally recognized law schoolLicensed to practice Law in at least one state or the District of Columbia8+ years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house position, to include experience with commercial contracts and/or FDA law
Nice to Have
Medical device industry experience strongly preferred, or equivalent experience working in a highly regulated environmentFDA regulatory and quality system and Anti-kickback Statute experience strongly preferred6+ years of experience working with commercial contracts and/or FDA lawComplex contracts experienceExperience working directly with business clientsExceptional advocacy, verbal, writing and negotiating skillsAbility to work on multiple projects at the same time.Superior common sense and judgmentIntegrity and strong ethical centerAnalytical risk identification, evaluation, and management skillsCapable of inspiring trust and confidence of client groupsFlexibility, adaptability, pragmatism, responsiveness and collegialityManagerial experienceAbility to work constructively with clients of all backgrounds and experienceAbility to work collegially with lawyers, paralegals, and staffAbility to take initiative in dealing with issues and judgment to know when to solicit assistanceExceptional advocacy in negotiating skillsExperience working with HIPAADirect client contactIn-House Corporate Attorney experienceExperience supporting Sales and Marketing functionOther healthcare law experienceLitigation experience
About Medtronic
Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.
We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.
Physical Job Requirements
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here .
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) here .
This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) here .
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).#J-18808-Ljbffr
Provide legal advice and counsel to business units/management for the Aortic business within the Structural Heart & Aortic Operating Unit.This role interacts commonly with senior business and legal leadership and all medical device business functions on topics that may include any of the following: marketing and sales activities, Antikickback Statute, FDA law including quality and clinical, healthcare compliance efforts, business development, general business advising, general contract drafting and negotiations, training and dispute resolution.Exact scope of duties will vary depending on candidate qualifications.
This position can work in one of our US Medtronic office locations or work remote.
A Day in the Life
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Support Aortic business in meeting its revenue and other business/functional objectives while solving legal problems and managing associated risks. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of essential job functions, but rather a general overview of the principal responsibilities.Advise and counsel business clients and management on legal issues.Identify, anticipate and help mitigate key legal risks within areas of responsibility.Negotiate and prepare contracts and agreements.Identify and manage legal resources internal and outside as required to provide high-quality legal services at a reasonable cost.Provide client training on legal issues, policies and processes.Work closely with partners in various Legal Centers of Excellence to deliver excellent and timely guidance and other legal services for the business.Actively participate in strategic discussions with the Aortic Senior Leadership Team.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Juris Doctor from nationally recognized law schoolLicensed to practice Law in at least one state or the District of Columbia8+ years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house position, to include experience with commercial contracts and/or FDA law
Nice to Have
Medical device industry experience strongly preferred, or equivalent experience working in a highly regulated environmentFDA regulatory and quality system and Anti-kickback Statute experience strongly preferred6+ years of experience working with commercial contracts and/or FDA lawComplex contracts experienceExperience working directly with business clientsExceptional advocacy, verbal, writing and negotiating skillsAbility to work on multiple projects at the same time.Superior common sense and judgmentIntegrity and strong ethical centerAnalytical risk identification, evaluation, and management skillsCapable of inspiring trust and confidence of client groupsFlexibility, adaptability, pragmatism, responsiveness and collegialityManagerial experienceAbility to work constructively with clients of all backgrounds and experienceAbility to work collegially with lawyers, paralegals, and staffAbility to take initiative in dealing with issues and judgment to know when to solicit assistanceExceptional advocacy in negotiating skillsExperience working with HIPAADirect client contactIn-House Corporate Attorney experienceExperience supporting Sales and Marketing functionOther healthcare law experienceLitigation experience
About Medtronic
Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.
We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.
Physical Job Requirements
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here .
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) here .
This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) here .
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).#J-18808-Ljbffr