Senior Counsel I- Oncology Legal Business Partner

At Gilead were creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years weve tackled diseases such as HIV viral hepatitis COVID-19 and cancer working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the worlds biggest health challenges and our mission requires collaboration determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gileads team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions and were looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible together.

Job Description

At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers.

The role is office based / hybrid located in Foster City California reporting to the Associate General Counsel Oncology.

We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the worlds most devastating diseases united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come.

Gilead Sciences is seeking a Senior Counsel to join our team of Legal Business Partners in Oncology. The Oncology Legal Business Partner is responsible for providing legal support in relation to the development and commercialization of Gileads Oncology portfolio and other investigational assets.

• The primary clients for this role include personnel in Commercial Medical Public Affairs Government Affairs Finance and Regulatory The Legal Business Partner team where this attorney will sit works closely with colleagues in Compliance Privacy US Pricing & Access Competition Law Regulatory and other groups to ensure the compliant commercialization of our products.
• The attorney will collaborate with other attorneys in our International Legal Pricing and Access Competition Law Intellectual Property teams and other legal functions. The Oncology attorney will provide legal input into U.S. commercial strategies and tactics drive alignment and consistency across different functions and the broader US Legal Business Partner team and be directly responsible for providing legal support for activities in the United States.
• Broadly speaking the role is responsible for oversight of communications about our products and interactions with stakeholders such as healthcare professionals patients patient organizations charitable organizations and third parties retained by our business.
• The Oncology Legal Business Partner will also assist with and / or provide input into Compliance policies.
• This role requires a person who can identify communicate coordinate and manage various issues projects and initiatives simultaneously and across geographies and cultures. This role also requires a person who can proactively engage stakeholders in advising on legal issues and coming to appropriate resolutions in a timely manner.

Basic Qualifications :

Juris Doctorate from a nationally accredited law school.

Admission to the California state bar registration as in-house counsel or ability to gain admission or registration for either within 90 days.

6years prior in-house or law firm experience providing legal counsel on the laws and regulations relating to drugs or devices demonstrating growth and ability to succeed.

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented and well-organized

People Leader Accountabilities :

Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams modeling inclusion and embedding the value of diversity in the

way they manage their teams.

Develop Talent - understand the skills experience aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current

performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow develop and

realize their purpose.

Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals purpose and organizational objectives and holding

them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.

The salary range for this position is : $226185.00 - $292710.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation including experience qualifications and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role) paid time off and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical dental vision and life insurance plans

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Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.

Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.

For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors :

Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

HR Development,Delivery,Flooring,Irrigation,ACCA,Document Management

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 226185 - 292710