Stryker · 3 weeks ago
Associate Legal Counsel
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$149K/yr - $329K/yr
10+ years expStryker is a global leader in medical technology, and they are seeking an Associate Legal Counsel for their Acute Care business unit. The role involves managing a wide range of legal and compliance matters, providing timely counsel, and collaborating with various stakeholders to support business objectives and ensure regulatory compliance.
BiotechnologyHealth CareLife ScienceMedicalMedical Device
Responsibilities
Bring a solutions-oriented approach to solving complex issues, prioritizing multiple workstreams, and coordinating across functional groups to advance business objectives, resolve disputes and promote the growth of the division
Provide analysis and timely counsel on legal, regulatory and compliance issues, including with respect to litigation, medical device regulations, intellectual property, employment, mergers and acquisitions, data privacy, competition law, AdvaMed, anti-kickback, FCPA and other anti-corruption laws
Independently draft, review, negotiate and advise on a variety of agreements (e.g., sales, services, supply, distribution, consulting, clinical study, non-disclosure, employment, and other commercial arrangements)
Analyze and provide clear and concise guidance on laws, rules, regulations, and Stryker policies as necessary, including with respect to the company’s interactions with healthcare professionals
Collaborate with lawyers and other professionals from Stryker’s Centers of Expertise to manage a variety of significant matters (e.g., strategic contracting, data privacy and security, intellectual property, litigation, employment, and regulatory matters)
Assist in managing litigation and pre-litigation disputes with support from the in-house legal team and outside counsel
Review marketing, promotional and scientific activities and related materials for compliance with Stryker policies and applicable laws and regulations
Seek to streamline and continuously improve legal and compliance services across the organization
Partner closely with the compliance team to assist in managing a robust compliance program to address key risks
Provide in-house training and education to business stakeholders to enhance awareness and understanding of applicable laws, regulations and Stryker policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Juris Doctor (JD)
License to practice Law in the US
10+ years of work experience
Experience working in a highly collaborative environment and building relationships of trust with key stakeholders
Strong analytical, drafting, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated commitment to integrity and accountability
Preferred
Experience in Mergers and Acquisitions is highly desirable
Commercial Contract Experience
In-house experience at a medical technology or pharmaceutical company
Healthcare industry knowledge or background
Change communications or change management experience
Strong judgment, communication skills, professional demeanor and business acumen
Experience providing legal advice in a highly regulated environment
Benefits
Medical and prescription drug insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Critical illness insurance
Accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Personalized healthcare support
Wellbeing program
Tobacco cessation program
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
401(k) plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Basic life and AD&D insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Company
Stryker
Stryker is a medical technology company that offers products and services in orthopaedics.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
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Leadership Team
Kevin Lobo
Chair & CEO
Glenn S. Boehnlein
Chief Financial Officer and Vice President
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