Sr Director Associate General Counsel MA and Strategic Capital
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Associate General Counsel Mergers & Acquisitions and Strategic Capital
Reports to: Vice President Deputy General Counsel
Location: Waltham MA
ABOUT THERMO FISHERS CAPITAL DEPLOYMENT STRATEGY
Thermo Fisher has committed that inorganic growth primarily through M&A will represent the majority of our capital deployment strategy. Since the start of 2021 we completed twodozen transactions representing approximately $30 billion in activity. The acquisition of PPD for $20 billion established Thermo Fisher as a leader in the CRO industry and was one of the largest global transactions in 2021. Other transactions spanned the scope of our entire business including molecular biology protein synthesis life science instrumentation and biologics and drug manufacturing. We believe ourselves to be one of the most active Corporate Development and M&A teams in any industry and a clear leader in life sciences.
What will you do
- Drive the companys M&A strategy and portfolio objectives.
- Lead mentor and develop the team of M&A and Strategic Capital lawyers including daytoday oversight of work allocation and priority setting while fostering a collaborative environment; support career development and growth including through regular feedback and individual development plans.
- Manage the external and internal legal teams responsible for the legal affairs relating to Corporate Development M&A and Strategic Capital in an efficient and costeffective manner
- Work on a variety of transactions in all stages from initial presentations and deal structuring to transaction closings and integration.
- Lead and supervise a wide range of M&A and Strategic Capital matters including acquisitions dispositions mergers joint ventures and investments globally for Thermo Fisher
- Review supervise and negotiate transaction documentation including term sheets bid letters purchase agreements and investment agreements.
- Advise Corporate Development Strategic Capital and other senior leaders on issues related to the inorganic growth pipeline including management of stakeholder expectations.
- Partner with Corporate Development Strategic Capital Functional specialists and other Company advisors to supervise due diligence activities enable regulatory filings prepare for closing and integrations.
- Drive practice management activities including outside counsel oversight best practices development and continuous process improvement to enhance efficiency quality and productivity.
How will you get here
- JD from an accredited law school and a member in good standing with the bar. Licensed to practice law in the U.S.
- 1015 years legal experience with experience at a top tier law firm; inhouse transactional leadership experience preferred
- Global life science health care or other relevant highly regulated company experience preferred; experience in a public company with international operations preferred.
- An established track record of effectively handling large complex M&A transactions including international deal experience
- Solid experience working with senior management in strategic M&A initiatives as well as tactical matters; demonstrated ability to collaborate with business leaders and other functions to achieve the M&A goals of the Company
- Ability to develop practical processes/approaches to drive solutions to completion
- Excellent leadership and management skills strong negotiation and influencing skills a strong and diplomatic presence
- Excellent work ethic; a robust and energetic selfstarter
- Demonstrated desire to learn and enthusiasm for driving an environment of continuous process improvement.
- Experience with team building and an ability to develop internal talent supporting collaboration and contribution within and among teams
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Strong sense of ethics and integrity; demonstrated good judgment
- Willing to work from the Waltham MA Headquarters
- Travel is estimated at 10 20
Benefits
At Thermo Fisher Scientific we are committed to supporting the wellbeing and growth of our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including health dental and vision insurance 401(k) plans with company match generous paid time off and employee wellness programs. Additionally we provide opportunities for professional development career advancement and a collaborative innovative work environment. Our employees enjoy access to various worklife balance initiatives employee assistance programs and additional perks that enhance their overall experience with us. Join us and be part of a company that values integrity innovation and the growth of its people!
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Director
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