Assistant General Counsel - Ip

Catalent

Bridgewater, NJ, United States
Base: $180,000-$235,000; bonus/equity: + bonus whe...
Onsite
Ip legal experience in life sciences
Patent and trademark portfolio management
Commercial agreement negotiation skills
Catalent is seeking an Assistant General Counsel specializing in intellectual property (IP) to support various legal and transactional activities within its life sciences sector. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in IP law, particularly within pharmaceuticals or biotechnology, and will work closely with multiple stakeholders to manage IP portfolios and provide strategic legal advice

Job Summary

  • The Assistant General Counsel will partner closely with R&D and business stakeholders to manage Catalent's global IP portfolio and support commercial transactions.
  • Candidates must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and be registered to practice before the USPTO.
  • The role offers a competitive salary range of $180,000-$235,000 plus bonus, along with 152 hours of PTO and comprehensive medical benefits effective day one.

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Catalent is seeking an Assistant General Counsel specializing in intellectual property (IP) to support various legal and transactional activities within its life sciences sector. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in IP law, particularly within pharmaceuticals or biotechnology, and will work closely with multiple stakeholders to manage IP portfolios and provide strategic legal advice.

Salary

Base: $180,000-$235,000; Bonus/Equity: Plus bonus when eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 152 hours PTO, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • IP legal experience in life sciences
  • Patent and trademark portfolio management
  • Commercial agreement negotiation skills
  • Freedom-to-operate analysis expertise
  • USPTO registration required

Nice-to-have

  • Strong commercial instincts and business acumen
  • Experience with CDMO environments
  • Ability to independently lead complex matters
  • Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree required
  • Registered to practice before the USPTO
  • Minimum 6+ years of relevant IP legal experience
  • Strong background in life sciences or pharmaceuticals

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