The Company is seeking an Assistant General Counsel for Business Development Transactions Law to provide enterprise-level legal leadership in support of its business development strategy. The successful candidate will be a senior transactional attorney with a strong background in the biopharmaceutical or life sciences industry, capable of setting deal strategy, negotiation precedent, and risk tolerance across the transaction pipeline. This role involves leading a team of experienced attorneys and is accountable for the full lifecycle of various business development transactions, including licensing, collaborations, mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and equity investments. The Assistant General Counsel will also be responsible for close partnership with senior business and corporate development leaders, as well as serving as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across the organization. Applicants must have a J.D. degree, be admitted to a state bar, and have a minimum of 15 years of legal experience, with a focus on leading, drafting, and negotiating complex agreements in the relevant industry. The role requires a candidate with a proven track record in leading large, complex, high-risk transactions, and advising senior executives. Strong leadership, management, and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to anticipate deal trends, regulatory developments, and industry dynamics. The ideal candidate will have exceptional judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate ambiguity, as well as a high level of integrity and a commitment to the values of the organization.

Hiring Company

Bristol-Myers Squibb