Director, Corporate Counsel (USA Rare Disease)

Scope of the role and key responsibilities

The Alfasigma US Legal department (doing business as Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc.) is looking for an enthusiastic and versatile lawyer to manage corporate, contracts, and compliance responsibilities. The position would be Director, Corporate Counsel & Assistant Corporate Secretary, and would report to the US General Counsel. The position will be based at the company’s US headquarters office in Morristown, New Jersey, and will include a significant in-office component.

• Review and approve corporate and commercial contracts (e.g., advertising agency NDAs, MSAs, SOWs) for the company’s commercial pharmaceutical business, and clinical and R&D contracts (e.g., CRO agreements, clinical trial agreements) for pipeline assets.
• Support the company’s compliance function.
• Manage corporate policies.
• Review promotional materials for compliance with drug advertising law.
• Support M&A diligence projects and contractual negotiations.
• Prepare disclosure schedules for M&A counterparties or government regulators.
• Manage disputes and litigation.
• Prepare departmental budgets and manage outside counsel spending.
• Liaise with the financial team and senior leadership on key initiatives.
• Manage corporate governance and Delaware and other state doing-business registrations.
• Prepare and manage regulatory filings and disclosures.

Who you are

• JD from an accredited US law school required.
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience.
• Licensed in New Jersey, or able to waive in, or able to be licensed as in-house counsel.
• Either law firm or in-house experience will be considered; law firm candidates will be considered, but should have true generalist corporate training and experience, including in the following areas: client relationship management, contract negotiation, and contract management.
• Pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry experience is not required but is a plus.
• Some exposure to some of the following is preferred: M&A, litigation, financial reporting, budgeting, accounting, HR (employment law/employment negotiations), Delaware law/corporate secretarial work, and pharma law (drug promotional rules, FDA drug approval process).
• Ability to work onsite in the Morristown, NJ office on a hybrid basis highly preferred (minimum 3 days per week).
• Mentally flexible, self-sufficient in managing projects, good bedside manner in dealing with internal stakeholders, conscientious and responsive, and good at quarterbacking projects involving multiple internal and external constituencies.
• Learning agility and 'scalability' to take on increasing responsibility as Alfasigma grows.
• Consistent demonstration and embodiment of our Corporate Beliefs: Passion for Innovation; Think Big, Act Small; Learn to Dare; and Teams Build the Future.

Why Join Alfasigma

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for professional growth and development. Our commitment to people and patients is at the heart of everything we do. We value diversity and welcome individuals with unique perspectives and experiences. We believe that open-mindedness, collaboration, and a shared passion for innovation are essential to achieving meaningful progress. Join Alfasigma and become part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of the pharmaceutical industry.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $200,000 to $240,000. This represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries may vary based on various factors including, but not limited to, experience, skillset, and performance. The salary range listed is just one component of our total compensation package. Alfasigma US also provides a competitive suite of benefits, including:

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Rewards and recognition program
• Health care benefits (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision insurance)
• Short and long-term disability coverage provided
• Plan coverage for domestic partners
• Paid parental leave benefits and adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement assistance
• A generous Paid Time Off program that includes 20 vacation days, 11 holidays, 4 personal days, and 2 volunteer days per calendar year
• Multiple well-being and work/life programs

EEO Statement

Employment decisions at the Company are made without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including gender, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected genetic information, marital or partnership status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This organization participates in E-Verify (E-Verify's Right to Work guidance can be found here: https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf).