Counsel, Business Development Transactions Law

Bristol Myers Squibb

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
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

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