About the role
For our client, we are seeking a Senior Director, Counsel - Litigation, Legal Policy and Strategy to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space.
This role will shape litigation and legal policy strategy at a senior level, partnering closely with executive leadership to address high-stakes disputes and evolving regulatory and advocacy priorities. The attorney will serve as a trusted advisor across internal business and legal functions, helping align legal approaches with broader organizational objectives. This position is well suited for a seasoned litigator who can combine courtroom experience, policy judgment, and cross-functional influence in a highly regulated industry.
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $166,500 – $244,200 annually
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute litigation and policy strategy for senior leadership
- Identify and assess new litigation and advocacy opportunities
- Provide legal counsel on policy priorities and draft necessary documents
- Manage litigation and disputes from strategy to resolution
- Oversee outside counsel and manage budgets effectively
- Engage with governmental and industry stakeholders for legal policy advocacy
- Build relationships across legal and business functions to foster collaboration
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and J.D. required
- Active license to practice law in the U.S.
- Clerkship experience in a federal court of appeals
- Minimum of 8 years of legal practice experience, ideally at a top law firm or in-house at a global company
- Proven success in complex litigation at trial and appellate levels
- Experience with constitutional claims and regulatory challenges
- Strong client-service orientation and executive presence
Benefits
- Eligible for a company-sponsored 401(k) and pension plan
- Access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
- Life insurance and various leave of absence benefits
- Well-being programs, including employee assistance and fitness benefits
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.
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