Assoc Director, Legal at Gilead Sciences

Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Fully qualified lawyer admitted to practice in Portugal
Strong expertise in Portuguese law
Fluency in Portuguese, Spanish, and English
Based in Madrid or Lisbon (with regular travel to Madrid every two weeks for two days if based in Lisbon)
Analytical approach, strong attention to detail, excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Responsive, self-driven, hands-on mentality

Responsibilities

Ensure seamless collaboration between Portugal and Spain, supporting internal clients and cross-functional teams (including regular travel to Madrid if based in Lisbon)
Provide substantive legal advice to Gilead’s Business Units and cross-functional teams on sales and marketing strategies, medical educational activities, public affairs, patient group and community activities, policy, and government affairs initiatives
Lead the compliance program in Portugal, providing tools and guidance to Business Units on Gilead’s Business Conduct Manual, Apifarma Code of Practice, competition and consumer law, and anti-bribery
Advise on Portuguese legal topics
Collaborate with regional and global Legal teams to develop Gilead-wide responses to areas of legal and compliance importance
Lead strategic legal advice on Portuguese law and operational support for Business Units and other functions, including identifying and spotting all legal and business issues in day-to-day activities
Analyze legal and business issues, becoming the go-to person and contributing effectively to legal and cross-functional projects
Assist Business Units in planning and implementing product promotion and launch

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Portuguese LawLegal ComplianceContract NegotiationRegulatory AffairsCorporate LawRisk ManagementPortugueseSpanishEnglish

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location and travel requirement for this role?

The position is based either in Madrid or Lisbon, with regular travel to Madrid approximately every two weeks for two days required if based in Lisbon.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must be a fully qualified lawyer admitted to practice in Portugal, with strong expertise in Portuguese law and fluency in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.

What does the legal and compliance team structure look like?

The role reports to the Head of Legal and Compliance (Associate General Counsel / Senior Director Legal & Compliance) and is part of a team composed of two legal Directors and one compliance specialist.

What is the company culture like at Gilead?

Gilead emphasizes collaboration, determination, and a relentless drive to make a difference, with people leaders focused on creating an inclusive environment where employees feel developed and empowered.

What skills make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates will have an analytical approach, strong attention to detail, excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills, along with a responsive, self-driven, hands-on mentality to handle high-volume work with tight deadlines.

Gilead Sciences

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for various medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular issues. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new therapies, which are then marketed to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies after receiving regulatory approval. Gilead differentiates itself from competitors through its strong commitment to R&D and strategic partnerships, such as with SAP Ariba, to enhance its operations and product offerings. The company's goal is to improve health equity and access to care globally, working with communities to ensure that its medicines reach those in need.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1987Year Founded

$15,873.6MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid family time off and paid parental time off

Generous 401(k) contribution matching

Comprehensive medical plans that cover both physical and mental healthcare

Global Wellbeing Reimbursement

Time Off

Global Volunteer Day

Giving Together Program

Employee Support Programs

Flexible Work Options

Risks

Increased competition in HIV treatment from ViiV Healthcare's expanding drug portfolio.

Regulatory scrutiny over drug pricing could impact Gilead's U.S. market operations.

Patent expirations, like Truvada's, lead to increased generic competition and revenue loss.

Differentiation

Gilead's lenacapavir is recognized as the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year for HIV care.

Partnerships with LEO Pharma and Tubulis enhance Gilead's focus on inflammatory and cancer therapies.

Gilead's commitment to health equity initiatives like COMPASS and HepConnect sets it apart.

Upsides

Gilead's strategic partnerships expand its reach in inflammatory and oncology drug markets.

Investment in digital health technologies enhances Gilead's R&D and patient engagement.

Focus on sustainability improves Gilead's operational efficiency and corporate reputation.

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