Mavericks Wanted
When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on.
In 2015, we pioneered a "moneyball for biotech" approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible.
Together we define white space, push boundaries and empower people to solve problems. If youre someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, well ask why not? and help reengineer the future of biopharma.
What Youll Do
We are seeking an experienced life sciences focused brand attorney to act as a strategic partner to cross-functional brand teams, helping translate complex regulatory requirements into practical guidance that enables compliant commercialization.
This role will provide practical, business-oriented legal and compliance guidance across mainly Sales, Marketing, Medical Affairs, and Patient Advocacy activities, with a focus on appropriate interactions with healthcare professionals (HCPs), patients, payers, and consumers. The attorney will serve as an active member of the company's material review committee and will help enable compliant, effective execution of commercial strategy while mitigating legal and reputational risk. The role reports to the VP, Associate General Counsel, Commercial Legal & Compliance.
Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day legal counsel to Sales, Marketing, Market Access/Payer, Medical Affairs, and Patient Advocacy teams on healthcare regulatory, compliance, and other legal matters.
Serve as a strategic partner and advisor to cross-functional teams on the design and execution of engagements with HCPs, HCOs, patients, patient organizations, payers, and consumers, including promotion, scientific exchange, services arrangements, sponsorships, grants, donations, and educational activities.
Participate as a core member of the Material Review Committee (MLR)
Review third-party relationships and related contracts in partnership with business functions.
Provide counsel on healthcare compliance topics including Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS) and fraud and abuse considerations, and help identify/mitigate compliance risks.
Where Youll Work
This is a U.S.-based remote role that will require quarterly, or as needed visits, to our San Francisco Office, as well as occasional travel to other locations within the U.S.
Who You Are
J.D. degree from a nationally recognized law school
Admitted to practice law in the U.S.
High degree of professional ethics and integrity
5+ years as health law, life sciences or pharmaceutical regulatory or compliance counsel either at a law firm, company and/or relevant government agency (e.g., FDA). Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a variety of contacts, including outside attorneys, senior management, and business associates
Commercial Launch experience preferred
Demonstrated experience advising commercial and medical teams in a regulated life sciences environment
Ability to exercise sound judgment and provide clear, actionable guidance in time-sensitive situations
Collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset
Rewarding Those Who Make the Mission Possible
We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return.
Financial Benefits:
Market leading compensation 401K with 100% employer match on first 3% & 50% on the next 2% Employee stock purchase program Pre-tax commuter benefits Referral program with $2,500 award for hired referrals Health & Wellbeing:
Comprehensive health care with 100% premiums covered - no cost to you and dependents Mental health support via Spring Health (6 therapy sessions & 6 coaching sessions) Hybrid work model - employees have the autonomy in where and how they do their work Unlimited flexible paid time off - take the time that you need Paid parental leave - 4 months for birthing parents & 2 months for non-birthing parents Flex spending accounts & company-provided group term life & disability Subsidized lunch via Forkable on days worked from our office
Skill Development & Career Paths:
People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility
We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, Spring Health & BetterUp Coaching
We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities