Senior Counsel- BioPharma & Corporate Legal
Boston, MA - USA
Job Summary
Senior Counsel- BioPharma &Corporate Legal
Boston MA
Global Legal
Hybrid Work- on average 3 days a week from office
AstraZeneca is a global science-led patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the worlds most serious diseases. Butweremore than one of the worlds leading pharmaceutical companies.Werevalued partners who are trusted to do the right thing. We believeitsnot just about getting the bestsolutionitsalso about doing it the right way ethics compliance and transparency are front andcenterof everything we do.
Werea legal function that values flexibility creativity and a willingness to stretch and accept new challenges. We focus on professional and personal development and place a premium on providing lawyers with broad exposure and the opportunity to counsel diverse stakeholders on legal risks.
As a member of theBioPharma &Corporate Legal groupyoullbe part of a team of transaction lawyers focused on delivering the most important projects for our Business Developmentteams. Your work will include supportinglicensing and collaborations as well as asset dealsandM&Aprojectsand other commercial matters for AstraZeneca.Werelooking for a skilled ambitious lawyer to help AstraZeneca become a world leader in our therapeutic areas of focus including Oncology Biopharmaceuticals (including cardiovascular renal & metabolism; respiratory & immunology; andinfectious diseasetherapies) and Rare Disease. Your specialistexpertisewill be key to achieving this ambition!
What youll do
In this Global roleyoullprovidelegal advice across AstraZenecas global organization working closely with senior leaders. Using your knowledge oflicensing IPcommercial and corporate law you will provide draftingnegotiationand business counsel support to lead the legal support for key transactions driving projects to completion and helping to mitigate critical legal and business risks. The role will see you personally handling complex legal mattersinterpretingand drafting contracts and taking a global perspective and your work may involve overseas travel.Youllfoster a culture of knowledge-sharing and collaborative working with your counterparts across the Legal function.
Essential for the role
Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree with admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
5 years of experience withpharmaceutical related licensingandcollaboration work supporting Business Development teams
Knowledge of and experience working in the life sciences sector
Strong leadership capabilities
Solution and action orientated approach
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage complexity and cultivate innovation
Demonstrable accountability and integrity
Ability to act independently and drive projects to completion
Strongworking knowledge ofAI-enabled legal and business tools
Desirable for the role
Previousexperience working in-house
Experienceadvisinga global pharmaceutical business
Experienceadvising on M&A
Understanding of manufacturing and supply chains
Experience of working in a global legal environment
Office Working Requirements
When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing -person working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
The annual base pay for this position ranges from $184228.00 - 276342.00 USD. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentivesan opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs paid time off (i.e. vacation holiday and leaves) as well as health dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
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Date Posted
21-Jul-2026Closing Date
03-Aug-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and furtherance of that mission we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
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