Senior Counsel, Contracts

at  Sumitomo Pharma America Inc

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with key operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), Canada (Sumitomo Pharma Canada, Inc.) and Europe (Sumitomo Pharma Switzerland GmbH) focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women’s health, rare diseases, psychiatry & neurology, and cell & gene therapies. With several marketed products in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage assets, and in-house advanced technology capabilities, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website
https://www.us.sumitomo-pharma.com
Job Overview
We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Senior Counsel, Managing Counsel of Contracts. The position reports to the Head of Legal, Corporate Law & Technology. The Senior Counsel, Managing Counsel of Contracts will be part of a team of attorneys and legal professionals, and will help support the contracts function at Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc. The location of the position is to be determined. This individual will be instrumental in supporting the business. This individual will manage contract review team as well as serve as an attorney and internal client contact for contracting matters across the organization. He or she will help the team member in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts related to commercial and operational activities and will help the team in managing issues escalated by the business related to agreements for a variety of business groups.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Management of Contracts Team

• Oversight of the contracting function which includes review, negotiation and general support for corporate contracts, general agreements and related matters
• Provide advice and guidance to the Contract Team members in their review and negation of contracts.
• Assist in implementing new contracts policies and procedures
• Train and guide business teams on the use of contract templates, relevant legal issues, processes, and good contracting practices
• Ensure contract terms are consistent with company policies and best practices
• Involve relevant stakeholders in evaluating legal, compliance, financial, and business risks associated with contracts to the best protect company interests, and facilitate the escalation and resolution of complex issues as needed
• Serve as a liaison with outside counsel and manage vendors
• Generate reports, presentations, spreadsheets, memos and other documents for the Legal Department, clients and/or the senior management team
• Complete special projects such as collaborating on department-wide or company-wide initiatives
• Coordinate and conduct legal research
• Manage one’s own contracts and requests within a contract lifecycle management database/platform
• Support the company’s Strategic Sourcing group in their partnership in the contracts management process

Commercial Contracts

• Provide advice and guidance to the Contract Team members in their draft, review, negotiate, and finalize a high volume of commercial contracts, including NDA’s, MSA’s, SOW’s, procurement agreements, consulting agreements, HR agreements, Data Protection Addenda and other privacy agreements, SaaS/technology agreements, and a variety of other agreements common in the pharmaceutical industry
• Provide practical, solution-oriented business and legal advice

Management of Privacy

• Oversight of the privacy topics which includes privacy impact assessment by Privacy Counsel, review, negotiation and general support for Data Protection Addendum, legal advice related to U.S. and global privacy laws and regulations

Key Core Competencies

• Treats team members and other people with respect and inspires the trust of others; ability to build strong relationships with business partners and other members of the team
• Exercises management skills and human relation skills to encourage the team member to achieve the higher goals
• Works creatively and with a passion for the mission of the company
• Works with integrity and ethically in accordance with company’s Code of Business Conduct, policies, and procedures
• Able to collaborate, as well as work independently while balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a high level of professionalism
• Demonstrates to the team members and others daily customer-service orientation and a positive, ‘can do’ attitude
• Exhibits honesty, integrity, and trust-building behaviors in all interactions
• Prioritizes self-motivation, reliability, and responsibility
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills with the team members and others
• Able to be flexible and shift priorities as needed, and is willing to accept new responsibilities and develop professionally in substantive areas
• Exercises discretion and good judgment while handling confidential and sensitive information
• High degree of organizational awareness, ability to connect the dots to understand all the interdependency and big picture

Education and Experience

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school; admitted/licensed to practice law

Experience

• At least 8 years of experience drafting and negotiating contracts in the life sciences industry
• At least 4 years of experience managing a team members of three or more
• Prior experience with biotechnology, academia, or a pharmaceutical company within a firm and/or in-house setting
• Experience with privacy topics in healthcare industry is preferred
• Working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, guidance and industry codes related to the pharmaceutical industry

The base salary range for this role is $213,600 to $267,000. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes unlimited paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Confidential Data: All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.
Compliance :Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the “best” industry practices and the highest ethical standards.
Mental/Physical Requirements: Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.
Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an
Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
Our Vision and Culture
At Sumitomo Pharma America, our work is guided by the Sumitomo Pharma mission, vision and values, which tie closely to our company’s cultural pillars.
Our Mission
To broadly contribute to society through value creation based on innovative research and development activities for the betterment of healthcare and fuller lives of people worldwide
Our Vision
For Longer and Healthier Lives, we unlock the future with cutting edge technology and ideas

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