Senior Director - Counsel- Alliance Management and Transactions (R&D), Infectious Disease & Vaccines

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Director - Counsel- Alliance Management and Transactions (R&D), Infectious Disease & Vaccines to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This role will lead the legal support for alliance management and transactional activity across research and development efforts tied to infectious disease and vaccines. The attorney will partner closely with scientific, business, and legal stakeholders to structure agreements, advise on integration matters, and help enable strategic portfolio growth while managing legal risk. The position requires strong judgment to translate complex legal issues into practical guidance for cross-functional teams in a highly regulated life sciences environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Lead legal management of agreements related to licenses, collaborations, and M&A for the infectious disease and vaccines portfolio.
• Support integration of newly acquired assets and platforms with tailored legal counsel across product lifecycles.
• Draft and negotiate a variety of complex R&D and commercial agreements relevant to vaccines and infectious diseases.
• Ensure compliance of agreements with laws and regulations, such as Anti-Kickback Statute and HIPAA.
• Provide strategic advice that enhances the potential of the infectious disease and vaccines pipeline.
• Translate complex legal issues into actionable advice for stakeholders.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and legal experts to address multifaceted legal challenges.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree required.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
• Minimum of 7 years legal experience in relevant transaction contexts.
• Experience in-house or at a law firm specializing in life sciences preferred.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis is required.

Benefits

• Participation in a company-sponsored 401(k) and pension plan.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous vacation, time off, and leave of absence policies.
• Access to well-being benefits including fitness programs and employee assistance services.
• Opportunities for participation in company bonuses based on performance.

Pay

Compensation: $199,500 – $292,600 annually