Base: $202,050 - $269,314 depending on location; b...
Hybrid (50% onsite)
Drafting and negotiating complex agreements
Post-execution contract management
Dispute resolution and pre-litigation counseling
Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Counsel for Business Development Transactions Law to provide legal guidance and support to its business development team. The role requires a transactional attorney with significant experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing agreements in a bio-pharmaceutical context, alongside strong interpersonal skills
Job Summary
This role provides legal counsel to the business development organization focusing on licensing, collaboration, and strategic partnerships.
The position involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements while managing post-execution contract support and dispute resolution.
Bristol Myers Squibb offers competitive benefits including health coverage, financial protection, and flexible time off policies.
Matching Summary
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Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a Counsel for Business Development Transactions Law to provide legal guidance and support to its business development team. The role requires a transactional attorney with significant experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing agreements in a bio-pharmaceutical context, alongside strong interpersonal skills.
Salary
Base: $202,050 - $269,314 depending on location; Bonus/Equity: Incentive cash and stock opportunities available; Benefits: Comprehensive health, 401(k), paid time off, and wellbeing programs
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Drafting and negotiating complex agreements
Post-execution contract management
Dispute resolution and pre-litigation counseling
Alliance governance and compliance oversight
External counsel relationship management
Nice-to-have
Experience supporting Alliance Management teams
Strong interpersonal partnership skills
Ability to develop training playbooks
High integrity and commitment to values
Key Requirements
J.D. degree and state bar admission
At least 5 years of legal experience in business development or transactions
Solid understanding of bio-pharmaceutical industry
Experience with post-execution contract management preferred