Director, Executive Counsel - European IP & Regulatory Litigation

Teva

Harlow, United Kingdom

We are currently recruiting for a Director, Executive Counsel - European IP & Regulatory Litigation. Reporting to the VP and General Counsel, European and IP and Regulatory Litigation, you will be responsible for supporting the business through pan-European regional patent litigation.

A day in the life of a Director, General Counsel

Managing complex, high value pan-European pharmaceutical patent and regulatory exclusivity litigation strategies to advance Teva’s commercial objectives;
Working with cross-functional teams within Patents, EU Legal, Portfolio, Commercial and Regulatory Affairs teams to develop and implement product launch strategies;
Developing policy positions in collaboration with global government affairs colleagues and advocating for these positions both internally and with external industry associations;
Coordinating and leading IP and regulatory exclusivity training programmes for non-specialist internal colleagues;
Instructing and managing external law firms and counsel - ensuring adherence with strict cost management principles and billing guidelines;
Creating new processes and implementing existing litigation team policies and processes to promote efficiency, visibility and cross functional communication.

Who we are looking for

Are you...?

A UK/EU qualified and practising lawyer;
An excellent communicator;
Analytical, with first class organisational and negotiation skills;
A natural collaborator who is a team player.

Do you have...?

Significant experience of international IP and regulatory litigation within a pharmaceutical/life sciences company or law firm representing equivalent clients;
A proven track record of managing a complex and high value/impact caseload and operating with the highest degree of integrity;
A business understanding of the pharmaceutical industry;
The ability to develop cross functional/cultural relationships.

If so, we would love to hear from you!

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