Counsel - Global Commercial Operations
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Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.
Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Counsel - Global Commercial Operations
What you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. Amgen manufactures and markets biopharmaceutical products that are subject to oversight and regulation by several entities of the
U.S. Federal government. In this vital role you will be responsible for counseling Amgens commercial value and access organization on a wide variety of legal and regulatory issues concerning sophisticated contracting and pricing strategies, as well as advising Amgens Global Commercial Operations clients on a wide variety of legal and regulatory issues concerning promotion, sales, patient support programs, contracting, education and scientific exchange regarding biopharmaceutical products in the United States.
The responsibilities of this position will be partially dependent on the skill set of the successful candidate and may include one or more of the following:
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Counsel we seek is highly motivated and with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
J.D. degree or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school, admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction and two (2) years of experience practicing Transactional and/or Commercial law
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in healthcare industry is a plus but not required, including counseling on:
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, well support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.careers.amgen.com
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Application deadline
Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.
Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Counsel - Global Commercial Operations
What you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. Amgen manufactures and markets biopharmaceutical products that are subject to oversight and regulation by several entities of the
U.S. Federal government. In this vital role you will be responsible for counseling Amgens commercial value and access organization on a wide variety of legal and regulatory issues concerning sophisticated contracting and pricing strategies, as well as advising Amgens Global Commercial Operations clients on a wide variety of legal and regulatory issues concerning promotion, sales, patient support programs, contracting, education and scientific exchange regarding biopharmaceutical products in the United States.
The responsibilities of this position will be partially dependent on the skill set of the successful candidate and may include one or more of the following:
- Advising and counseling on complex commercial transactions on price concession strategies and risk mitigation with members of the healthcare community, with emphasis on the Anti-Kickback Statute and applicable antitrust laws
- Analyzing, reviewing and approving promotional, educational and support programs and materials and providing guidance on proposed sales and marketing strategies
- Drafting and negotiating pricing agreements, supply agreements and/or value-based agreements with above mentioned entities to provide for strategic pricing of Amgen products
- Reviewing and counseling on government enforcement actions relating to the promotion of biopharmaceutical products
- Advising and providing on-going training key partners on legal, regulatory and policy developments to ensure that legal support is adapted to a rapidly changing environment.
- Overseeing pricing agreement interpretation and contract enforcement, advising and managing commercial dispute resolution
- Supporting healthcare compliance related matters as they relate to implementation of pricing agreements and/or sales and marketing activities
- Coordinating legal support by contributing as a member of cross-functional team and interacting with business and law department colleagues on various matters
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Counsel we seek is highly motivated and with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
J.D. degree or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school, admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction and two (2) years of experience practicing Transactional and/or Commercial law
Preferred Qualifications:
- 4+ years of corporate and/or law firm experience
- Strong qualifications in transactional work in any industry, including structuring, advising and counseling on complex transactions and drafting, negotiating and interpreting complex contracts
- Experience counseling clients on complex legal and regulatory considerations
- Proven superior legal skills, including excellent oral and written communication, legal analysis, drafting and negotiation skills and sound judgment
- Ability to lead and influence others
- Strong client service, business counseling and problem-solving focus
- Ability to manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced environment
- Superior academic achievement
Experience in healthcare industry is a plus but not required, including counseling on:
- Healthcare fraud and abuse matters
- FDA promotional regulations
- OIG compliance guidance and advisory opinions
- DOJ settlements with pharmaceutical industry
- Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement and contracting
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, well support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
- A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
- A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
- Stock-based long-term incentives
- Award-winning time-off plans
- Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.careers.amgen.com
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Application deadline
Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.