Assistant General Counsel

With a unique legacy in dermatology as well as decades of cutting-edge innovation, Galderma is the pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that spans the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermo-cosmetics, and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body’s largest organ – the skin – meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin we’re in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

The newly created position of Assistant General Counsel, US Prescription Business Unit will be the first legal position in Galderma’s new Boston office in a hybrid (3 days in office) environment. You will play a central role in launching Galderma’s first-in-class specialty biologic product with multiple indications. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of legal experience, at least 5 of which is supporting pharmaceutical sales/manufacture in a fast-paced global environment, supporting innovative new product launches in addition to general commercial support, advice & counseling. The role partners closely with key stakeholders within the global and US cross functional teams.

Draft, negotiate and review commercial agreements, including PBM, GPO, Medicare/Medicaid, payer, formulary, specialty pharmacy, wholesaler, discount and rebate, distribution, vendor and supplier contracts related to reimbursed prescription products for the treatment of various dermatological skin conditions.
Review advertising and promotional material as part of Medical, Legal & Regulatory review team.
Act as legal representative on US-based cross-functional Pricing Review Committee.
In collaboration with US & Global Legal & Compliance coleagues, develop and deliver compliance and risk management training, policies and strategies and provide day-to-day advice and counsel to organization on these matters.
Proactively provide timely advice, counsel and guidance to internal business stakeholders on various laws, rules, regulations and Galderma policies and procedures.
Collaborate and communicates with colleagues, business management and outside counsel on issues critical to the company’s success.
Research legal issues that could impact Galderma’s business.
Other duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school required
Active US State Bar license and member in good standing, required
Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, at least 5 of which is supporting pharmaceutical sales/manufacture, required
Experience supporting pharmaceutical product launch, strongly preferred
Previous law firm experience, preferred
Proven track record of collaboration and coordination with key internal and external stakeholders
Exceptional communication and presentation skills and ability to articulate a point of view succinctly and effectively
Comprehensive and proactive analytical/strategic thinking skills with a demonstrated ability to synthesize data into a key action/strategy and manage through from development to key performance metrics
Ability and confidence to work effectively and with a sense of urgency across a globally matrixed organization and to influence without authority
Adaptability, resilience, tenacity and ability to quickly pivot
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced work environment
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