Overview:

The Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Global Commercialization and Franchise Strategy (“VP/AGC, Commercial”) is a key business partner and a member of the seven-member legal and corporate affairs management team, reporting directly to the General Counsel. The VP/AGC, Commercial will provide strategic oversight to Jazz’s franchise and market asset legal teams and regional attorneys, managing a growing global team of 10 highly skilled attorneys.

Company:

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a publicly traded global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. Jazz has a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines and novel product candidates, from early to late-stage development, in key therapeutic areas.

Compensation:

A competitive compensation package, consisting of a base salary, bonus and equity, will be offered for this position, consistent with the candidate’s level of experience.

Experience:

The ideal candidate will have advanced to expert skill level experience (gained through at least 8+ years of legal practice) providing in-house support, advising multinational/global pharmaceutical companies, with a strong understanding of legal department operations and technology. Proven experience building, managing and developing high-performing multi-faceted teams is required.  A strong background in the commercialization of pharmaceutical products in the U.S. and globally is required.

Bar Admission:

Licensed to practice in any U.S. State or the District of Columbia and eligible for an in-house certification.

Relocation:  

This is a nationwide search. Candidates can be located in Philadelphia, PA or Palo Alto, CA. A remote work environment will be considered for exceptional candidates.