Senior Manager/Associate Director-Legal & Compliance at Gilead Sciences

Tokyo, Japan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Biopharmaceutical, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Demonstrate willingness and ability to work with and coordinate across a large number of individuals in various departments not only within Gilead Sciences’ Japan organization but also with the Company’s headquarters in Foster City, California and other affiliates
Appropriately triage a heavy workflow, setting appropriate expectation/priorities with clients and advise the business based on sound judgment and within the compliance framework, within agreed timelines
Demonstrate ability to take (inferred from context as a core skill for the role)

Responsibilities

Draft, review, negotiate contracts and other legal documents
Perform due diligence on potential third-party vendors
Proactively detect legal issues, conduct legal research, and provide compliant solutions
Counsel internal customers on legal and compliance issues and provide support as a strategic business partner
Promote fostering a culture of compliance and collegial teamwork
Ensure appropriate and compliant interactions by the Company with healthcare professionals, government officials and other third parties
Develop and drive new initiatives and enforce the Company’s compliance program
Support the periodic updating of policies, procedures, training, monitoring and auditing in relation to promotional and non-promotional interactions with healthcare professionals and other third parties, to ensure they appropriately reflect legal, regulatory, and company-specific requirements
Obtain information on the latest trends and developments of pharmaceutical regulations and provide compliance advice and training to employees
Coordinate with external counsel as needed for specialized legal matters
Support data privacy compliance including handling of personal data in collaboration with global privacy team
Proactively participate in compliance related committees of industry organizations
Where needed run investigations on non-compliance cases

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

LegalCompliancePharmaceutical LawContract NegotiationRegulatory ComplianceRisk Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or does it require office work?

The position is based in Gilead Sciences’ Tokyo office.

What are the main responsibilities of this role?

Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, performing due diligence on vendors, conducting legal research, counseling internal customers on legal and compliance issues, promoting a culture of compliance, and supporting policy updates and compliance programs.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Gilead Sciences?

Gilead emphasizes collaboration, determination, a relentless drive to make a difference, fostering a culture of compliance and collegial teamwork, and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed, and empowered.

What kind of experience makes a strong candidate for this role?

A junior to mid-level pharmaceutical lawyer with skills in contract drafting, negotiation, legal research, compliance counseling, and experience in healthcare professional interactions would be a strong fit for this core legal department role.

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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