Summary
About the Role
Key Responsibilities:
· Strategic Legal Partnering – Provide strategic legal support to BioMedical Research and Development China in order to deliver long-term R&D strategy.
· M&A and BD&L Transactions for Pipeline Assets – Advise and support due diligence, deal advisory, and post-closing integration of M&A and BD&L transactions for pipeline assets from China perspective.
· Data/IP Governance – Support, from the Legal perspective, data/IP governance in R&D China to enhance IP/trade secret protection and data compliance with close collaboration with DPLA, ISC, R&D IP, and the relevant business owners.
· Trial Acceleration – Counsel on clinical trial operation and expansion in R&D China focusing on priority programs/trials.
· Compliance & Risk Management – Ensure adherence to laws, regulations, policies, and legal governance for R&D activities in China, focusing on trade controls, anti-bribery, GxP compliance, and pharmacovigilance.
· External Landscape Monitoring – Track legal and industry trends to proactively advise senior leaders.
· Regional Support – Assist Head of R&D Legal AsiaPAC in providing legal support to R&D AsiaPAC where there is no dedicated R&D Legal Counsel.
Essential Requirements:
· Graduated with law degrees from reputable law schools in China & overseas education experience.
· Admitted to the Bar & 8-10 years of post-qualification experience in reputable law firms is a must (transaction background preferred).
· Prior in-house experience with a pharmaceutical company, and/or IP/data expertise, is a plus.
· Strong proficiency in analyzing complex legal issues - Excellent problem-solving skills.
· Proficiency in English required – spoken & written.
· Strong verbal & written communication skills; high ability to influence and negotiate.
· Demonstrated competence in handling a high volume of activity involving multiple, complex projects simultaneously, working within tight timelines and demanding clients/business partners with a proactive approach and curious mindset.
· Excellent interpersonal skills, organizational savvy though with the courage to stick to professionalism; a believer of simplicity.
· Professional & culturally sensitive work ethic.
· Strong Business acumen and ability to manage change.
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