Director, Corporate Counsel US

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements and other business transactions for Corden Pharma in the United States, including manufacturing, supply, development, procurement, and capital project agreements
• Manage disputes affecting the U.S. business, including litigation, arbitration, and settlements, in coordination with external counsel as appropriate
• Monitor, advise, and develop mitigation strategies on legal and regulatory developments relevant to the U.S. business
• Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to Corden Pharma’s U.S. functions and sites on commercial, corporate, compliance, operational, and other matters
• Develop and maintain legal templates, tools, policies, and guidance materials to support the business efficiently and consistently
• Provide legal training and practical guidance to internal stakeholders on relevant legal and compliance topics
• Work closely with global legal and cross-functional teams to support effective collaboration across functions, sites, and external stakeholders
• Lead legal projects as assigned by the General Counsel
• Support the General Counsel on strategic initiatives, integrations, M&A matters, and selected corporate finance transactions

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree, and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Ten years of relevant legal experience, preferably in an international, fast-paced CDMO, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or manufacturing environment
• Strong grounding in U.S. commercial, contract, and corporate law, with sound judgment in identifying legal risk whilst facilitating the business
• Extensive experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements independently
• Experience supporting major operational projects, including capital investment and construction matters, is an advantage
• Experience managing disputes, litigation, arbitration, and settlements in coordination with external counsel
• Strong business judgment, with the ability to influence and drive outcomes effectively across senior management and cross-functional stakeholders without formal reporting authority
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills, combined with a structured, pragmatic, and hands-on working style

Benefits

• 401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
• Accident Plan
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance PPO/HSA
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• ID Theft Protection
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
• Vision Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Corden Pharma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.