Junior Legal Counsel / Paralegal
Junior Legal Counsel / Paralegal
Apply locations Uxbridge - GB time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R1585652 Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible. Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Position Purpose We are looking for a talented and ambitious junior lawyer to join our small but dynamic legal team supporting Bristol Myers Squibb’s UK and Ireland business. The ideal candidate is agile, keen to learn and open to new ideas and ways of thinking and working. This lawyer will support all areas of our business alongside two senior lawyers. Key Responsibilities Advise on Business Operations Support the day-to-day operations of the UK and Ireland, including commercial, medical affairs, market access, sales and marketing, finance and HR. Participate in activities and meetings to identify, evaluate and address legal issues in a strategic manner. Provide proactive legal advice in order to manage legal risk and help drive well-informed decision making. Review and revise contracts and other transactional documents. Prepare and review standard documentation (e.g. contract templates) based on global templates. Corporate Secretarial Work Manage all Corporate Secretarial work for the UK and Ireland legal entities. Support the Global Law Department Work collaboratively with colleagues from Intellectual Property, Corporate Transactions, Research and Development, Employment, and Litigation. Contribute to seamless collaboration across the Global Law department with positive, solution-oriented approach. Operate with Candor, Expertise, Transparency and Integrity Deliver pro-active, practical, solution-oriented advice that drives informed decision-making in support of commercialization strategy and execution. Discuss issues in a professional, candid and transparent manner, building trust and confidence in all actions. Qualifications University law degree or post graduate legal qualification Admission to practice law in the UK or extensive paralegal experience Fluency in English, both verbally and in writing Key Requirements Experience with contracts and knowledge of local pharmaceutical industry practices, applicable industry codes and relevant laws is preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong and trusted relationships across the business and within the Law Department Ability to work in cross functional teams and act as catalyst. Positive, proactive and solution focused #LI-Hybrid If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career. Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
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Apply locations Uxbridge - GB time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R1585652 Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible. Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Position Purpose We are looking for a talented and ambitious junior lawyer to join our small but dynamic legal team supporting Bristol Myers Squibb’s UK and Ireland business. The ideal candidate is agile, keen to learn and open to new ideas and ways of thinking and working. This lawyer will support all areas of our business alongside two senior lawyers. Key Responsibilities Advise on Business Operations Support the day-to-day operations of the UK and Ireland, including commercial, medical affairs, market access, sales and marketing, finance and HR. Participate in activities and meetings to identify, evaluate and address legal issues in a strategic manner. Provide proactive legal advice in order to manage legal risk and help drive well-informed decision making. Review and revise contracts and other transactional documents. Prepare and review standard documentation (e.g. contract templates) based on global templates. Corporate Secretarial Work Manage all Corporate Secretarial work for the UK and Ireland legal entities. Support the Global Law Department Work collaboratively with colleagues from Intellectual Property, Corporate Transactions, Research and Development, Employment, and Litigation. Contribute to seamless collaboration across the Global Law department with positive, solution-oriented approach. Operate with Candor, Expertise, Transparency and Integrity Deliver pro-active, practical, solution-oriented advice that drives informed decision-making in support of commercialization strategy and execution. Discuss issues in a professional, candid and transparent manner, building trust and confidence in all actions. Qualifications University law degree or post graduate legal qualification Admission to practice law in the UK or extensive paralegal experience Fluency in English, both verbally and in writing Key Requirements Experience with contracts and knowledge of local pharmaceutical industry practices, applicable industry codes and relevant laws is preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong and trusted relationships across the business and within the Law Department Ability to work in cross functional teams and act as catalyst. Positive, proactive and solution focused #LI-Hybrid If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career. Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
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