Regeneron
BIOTECHNOLOGY
Small Molecules, Biologics
LocationTARRYTOWN, NY
Employees13,000
Open Jobs408
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Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitorsN/A
Non-interventionalN/A
There is no interventionN/A
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Associate Director Contracts & Trade Controls
Regeneron
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Upgrade to Pro — $25/moThe Associate Director, Corporate Counsel serves as legal counsel and business partner for Regeneron's manufacturing division (IOPS – Industrial Operations and Product Supply), providing legal support across a broad range of business operations within this complex, global organization. As a member of the IOPS Law Group, this attorney will draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of contracts — including complex, international supply, material transfer, equipment purchase, consulting, confidentiality, and license agreements. We are looking for a business-savvy attorney who can effectively partner with Law Department colleagues and cross-functional teams across Regeneron, providing practical legal advice on contracts, trade laws and regulations, and other operational matters.
As Associate Director, Corporate Counsel, a typical day might include the following:
Providing advice and counseling to IOPS business operations on legal issues related to manufacturing, supply, distribution, and other related areas
Guiding internal clients through the entire contract life cycle, including determination of internal form vs. vendor paper, coordination with procurement and business clients, negotiating with vendors, etc.
Identifying legal and business issues in contracts for resolution through negotiating, drafting, and internal client discussions
Working as an on-site corporate contract specialist for the Rensselaer sites, handling legal matters as they arise
Collaborating regularly with colleagues in the Regeneron Law Dept, IOPS Law group (including Rensselaer and Raheen, Ireland), business partners, and procurement professionals
Assisting the Export Trade Controls (ETC) function with policy and procedure drafting, training, assessments, and counsel on U.S. and international import and export regulatory matters — including Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions programs; anti-boycott compliance; export control classification and export licensing under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and other applicable laws and regulations; tariff classification, customs valuation, country of origin determination, and preference programs/FTAs under Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and other applicable laws and regulations; and Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements impacting import and export compliance for biotech products, including those administered by the FDA, USDA, and CDC/APHIS
This role might be for you if:
You have proven contract drafting skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment requiring agility and emotional intelligence; some experience in real estate and regulatory law is helpful but not required
You have experience with, or a strong willingness to learn, U.S. and international import and export trade compliance laws, regulations, and agency requirements relevant to a global biotech company
You have exceptionally strong interpersonal and communication (written and spoken) skills
You can work efficiently with others cross-functionally, within the Law Department, and across business units
You demonstrate sound judgment in novel or evolving regulatory areas and are comfortable navigating ambiguity
To be considered for this role, you must have a BA/BS and JD with excellent law school credentials, and a license to practice law in New York or eligibility for licensure as registered in-house counsel. We need someone with at least 3 years of legal experience, including some pharmaceutical and/or biotech work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Law firm experience is strongly preferred.
Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.
Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason, many of Regeneron’s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron’s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.
Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.
For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.
Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.
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