Associate General Counsel

Priovant Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing novel medicines for rare autoimmune diseases with the highest patient burden.

We are looking to bring onboard an additional member of the legal team (reporting to the General Counsel) as Associate General Counsel to support the Company’s growth. 

Position Summary

The Associate General Counsel will play a critical role in delivering comprehensive legal support to the Company. This individual will provide advice and counsel on a broad range of legal, regulatory, and business matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: Advise on compliance with regulations governing the Company’s operations. Monitor changes in laws and regulations that impact the Company’s business and proactively communicate relevant updates to stakeholders.
• Healthcare Compliance: Support continued development of the Company’s commercial compliance program. Implement training programs for employees on legal and compliance topics such as the Company’s Code of Conduct, promotional practices, the Anti-Kickback Statute, and anti-bribery/anti-corruption. Create, implement, and update Company policies and procedures to ensure ongoing legal and regulatory compliance.
• Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of contracts, including research collaboration, clinical trial, licensing, manufacturing and supply, confidentiality, and vendor agreements.
• Commercial Support: Provide general legal support to the commercial team, including promotional and advertising review.
• Risk Management: Identify legal risks associated with business activities and develop practical solutions to minimize exposure while enabling the Company to meet its strategic goals.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-disciplinary teams including R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, HR, Finance, and Commercial teams to provide integrated and pragmatic legal advice.
• Ethics and Integrity: Promote a culture of ethics, compliance, and integrity throughout the organization, serving as a trusted advisor and role model.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent degree from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing.
• 10+ years of relevant legal experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences sector, either in-house or at a reputable law firm advising such clients.
• Comprehensive understanding of the regulatory frameworks governing the biotechnology industry.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating complex agreements relevant to the industry.
• Knowledge of relevant data privacy laws, including GDPR.
• Track record of providing actionable and business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Attention to detail, high ethical standards, and sound judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize workload based on business needs.