Director, Corporate Counsel, Market Access Legal

The Director, Corporate Counsel, Market Access Legal will provide proactive, efficient, and collaborative legal support for Regenerons Market Access Commercial Business Unit and provide legal advice to a wide range of internal clients, including Trade and Distribution, Patient Support Services, Field Reimbursement Teams, Market Access Strategy, Government Pricing and Contract Operations, as well as Commercial, Marketing, Sales, Public Policy and Government Affairs, Regulatory, and Corporate Compliance. The level of counseling requires a deep understanding of Market Access, Market Access strategy, pharmaceutical distribution channels, trade and distribution contracts, patient support services strategy and operations, field reimbursement interactions and materials, contract operations, government pricing functions, regulatory and compliance issues, the False Claims Act, the Anti-Kickback Statute, and OIG guidance, and other applicable state and federal healthcare laws. The ideal candidate will have relevant in-house experience providing practical and strategic legal advice on a broad range of issues.
Responsibilities:

• Providing practical and strategic legal advice and support on Market Access, Market Access strategy, trade and distribution, patient support services, field reimbursement, and other Commercial-related matters in a fast-paced environment
• Providing legal guidance on various Market Access and Commercial issues, tactics, and activities, including distribution channels, trade agreements, patient support programs, Market Access strategy development and materials, contract drafting and negotiation, government pricing, and interactions with healthcare providers, distributors, pharmacies, payers, PBMs, and GPOs.
• Drafting and negotiating a wide variety of commercial contracts including distribution agreements, pharmacy agreements, rebate agreements, service agreements, managed care agreements, and other corporate agreements
• Provide support to various Commercial teams and Product Attorneys on product-specific Market Access issues
• Provide support to Corporate Compliance on Market Access issues

Qualifications

• JD with 8+ years relevant legal experience
• Licensed to practice law in New York or be eligible for licensure as a registered in-house counsel
• Prior in-house healthcare/pharmaceutical and/or biotech experience required
• Significant knowledge of life sciences regulatory enforcement trends, Market Access, Market Access strategy, trade and distribution channels for pharmaceutical products (ideally for both medical and pharmacy benefit products), patient support programs, field reimbursement teams, Market Access contracts, contract operations, government pricing functions, regulatory and compliance issues, the FDCA, the False Claims Act, federal and state fraud and abuse laws, and antitrust laws
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, and ability to work in highly collaborative, team-oriented environment

This role may be for you if you possess:

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including drafting skills, and presentation capabilities
• Ability to maintain an independent and objective perspective while developing and maintaining a strong partnership with the client organizations
• History of self-motivation, working independently on projects, meeting aggressive deadlines, and juggling multiple matters
• Excellent understanding of healthcare laws and proven experience in applying them to complex business situations

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which often include (depending on location) health and wellness programs, fitness centers, equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off for eligible employees at all levels!

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.

For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.

Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.

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