Corporate Counsel/Sr. Corporate Counsel- San Diego based

Who We Are :

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values.

We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

What We Do :

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose : to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine, and neuropsychiatric disorders.

The company’s diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington’s disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas.

For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions.

We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science.

For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X (Formerly Twitter) and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role :

The Corporate Counsel addresses a broad array of legal matters to support the company’s business, working closely with other members of the Legal team, as well as internal business clients.

The role involves advising, training, and offering legal support to business clients, as well as drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various contracts.

Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to) :

Provide clear and business-savvy legal advice and risk guidance to business partners and key stakeholders

Counsel on a wide range of corporate issues including interactions with business clients on cross-functional projects

Draft, negotiate, and advise clients on a broad range of legal and contractual matters to support the Company’s business, including but not limited to : clinical trial agreements, informed consent documents, research agreements, clinical supply agreements, consulting agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and distribution agreements

Review contracts and other legal documents, advising on appropriate legal actions

Develop and manage legal templates and procedures

Engage in activities such as licensing, collaborations, agency and third-party vendor contracting, and other routine business arrangements

Maintain strong relationships with business clients and third-party contracting parties to understand business requirements and ensure contractual terms align with the company’s priorities and policies

Provide legal support in the development of innovative services or products that differentiate the company

Mentor and supervise lower-level legal staff and / or lead indirect teams

Other duties as assigned

Requirements :

Juris Doctorate (JD) degree and 7+ years of practice as an attorney in a well-regarded law firm and experience with a life sciences company or a reputable, highly rated law firm with a focus on representing life science companies, or a combination of both

An active license to practice law in any state

Independently identify, analyze, and render legal advice on complex issues

Draft and negotiate agreements with clarity and precision

Deliver concise and accurate legal advice, anticipating follow-up questions

Build consensus with diverse stakeholders and third parties, forming strong collaborative relationships

Exhibit proficiency and / or expertise in general corporate matters, healthcare and regulatory compliance, drafting transactional documents and agreements, employment law, data privacy, risk management, and contract management

Possess strong corporate compliance and transactional experience, including contract drafting skills

Anticipate business and industry issues and recommend process / technical / service improvements

Demonstrate broad expertise and apply in-depth knowledge to improve team efficiency

Lead multiple teams and projects, demonstrating strong leadership and mentoring skills

Exhibit excellent computer, communication, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills

See the broader picture and long-term impact on the division / company

Meet multiple deadlines with high accuracy and efficiency

Apply creativity to problem analysis and resolution in complex situations

Influence internal / external business and industry issues impacting the company

Understand strategic direction and incorporate it into tactical plans

Develop broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge theories and techniques within a strategic job function

Travel up to 25%

Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness in all dealings

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO / AA / Disability / Vets employer.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements.

We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $202,300.00-$292,975.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties / requirements, and relevant experience and skills.

In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program.

Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver / parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.