AstraZeneca · 1 day ago
Senior Counsel
Wilmington, DE
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expAstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company focusing on discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines. The Senior Counsel will provide legal support to business teams across three therapeutic areas and manage global litigation and government investigation matters while advising on legal risks and opportunities.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Independently lead contract disputes, product liability litigations, government investigation matters, as well as IP litigations
Effectively partner with outside counsel and internal AstraZeneca stakeholders on strategies to bolster litigation positions and facilitate the ability of the BioPharmaceuticals business to achieve its objectives
Establish appropriate litigation matter budgets and ensure costs are delivered within acceptable budget variances
Coordinate timely and practical advice on commercial regulatory and litigation risks across assigned BioPharmaceuticals therapy areas
Advise on legal aspects of contractual arrangements and strategic opportunities with customers and partners
Advise on mitigation strategies for fraud and abuse and other legal risks related to market access and commercial strategies for assigned products
Work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization and collaborate on legal advice within the broader legal team
Demonstrate leadership within business and legal teams by proactively seeking to improve ways of working and contribute to the professional development of colleagues
Qualification
Required
Law degree and admission to the bar of at least one state
5+ years of experience working in the legal department of a corporation or major law firm, preferably working with the pharmaceutical industry
Ability to take accountability, appropriately calibrate risk and enable clear decision-making with confidence and professional maturity
Intellectually curious, appetite for learning and a proven ability to master new subjects quickly and effectively
Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively, maintain positive relationships, and manage a diverse workload
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills and ability to operate effectively under pressure
High level of integrity and strong work ethic
Preferred
In depth understanding of US drug pricing and reimbursement process and experience advising on associated risks
Company
AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures, and markets prescription medicines. It is a sub-organization of Investor.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.26B2024-07-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.51B
2023-02-28Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
2023-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
Leadership Team
Pascal Soriot
Chief Executive Officer
Aradhana Sarin
Group CFO and Executive Director
Recent News
Essential Business
2026-01-24
2026-01-23
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