Business Development Counsel

Biogen Inc

Cambridge, MA, US
Base: $226,000.00-$311,000.00; bonus/equity: short...
12+ years life sciences transaction experience
Pharmaceutical licensing expertise
Strategic collaboration deal structuring
This role serves as a critical legal partner to Biogen's global business development organization, leading support for strategic alliance transactions central to pipeline growth

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a critical legal partner to Biogen's global business development organization, leading support for strategic alliance transactions central to pipeline growth.
  • The successful candidate will draft, review, and negotiate term sheets and definitive agreements including license agreements, collaboration deals, and option contracts.
  • Biogen offers a competitive compensation package including short-term and long-term incentives, comprehensive health benefits, and up to $10,000 in tuition reimbursement.

Matching Summary

This role serves as a critical legal partner to Biogen's global business development organization, leading support for strategic alliance transactions central to pipeline growth.

Salary

Base: $226,000.00-$311,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Short-term and long-term incentives including cash bonus and equity opportunities; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401(k) match, Tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years life sciences transaction experience
  • Pharmaceutical licensing expertise
  • Strategic collaboration deal structuring
  • JD degree with active bar licensure
  • Negotiation of complex partnership models

Nice-to-have

  • M&A and venture experience
  • Trusted collaborator mindset
  • Gravitas and pragmatism in negotiations
  • Fast-moving matrixed environment adaptability

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 12 years in law firm or in-house legal department
  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree required
  • Active bar licensure required
  • Significant focus on life sciences transactions

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter