Counsel – Life Science Pharma

Position Overview

Counsel will work, independently and collaboratively, on legal issues affecting FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation (HLUS) and its Life Science/Pharma companies to minimize risks of legal liability and ensure maximum legal rights of the company.

Company Overview

At FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation, we’re redefining innovation across the industries we touch—from healthcare and photography to semiconductors and data storage. With roots in photosensitive materials and a legacy of groundbreaking technology, we now lead 23 diverse affiliate businesses across the Americas.

We’re looking for mission-driven talents eager to join us to help create, market, and support a vast portfolio of products. At Fujifilm you’ll have the opportunity to explore and grow your skills in new, exciting ways. Whether you’re shaping tomorrow’s tech or redefining today’s processes, we’ll provide a flexible work environment and dynamic culture where innovation thrives.

Our Americas HQ is nestled in Valhalla, New York, a charming town known for its excellent schools, beautiful parks, and easy access to the vibrancy of New York City.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Operating as a business partner, manage the day-to-day legal affairs of certain Fujifilm Life Sciences/Pharma companies under general supervision of Division General Counsel, Life Sciences and in coordination with the Senior Counsel, Life Sciences and other Fujifilm legal teams located within and outside the U.S.
• Advise, counsel and report to management on legal and regulatory risks, including with respect to FDA regulations and other frameworks specific to Life Science/Pharma companies.
• Directly draft, review and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including customer, distributor and vendor agreements, non-disclosure agreements, development, manufacturing and service agreements, and quality agreements, among others.
• Work with outside counsel on a regular basis to review and handle large volume of contracts, to ensure agreements meet management/corporate objectives.
• Champion and execute contracting and legal support process improvements, such as templates, contract management systems and other initiatives, to increase efficiency and improve service level.
• Provide subject matter expertise and support for corporate and pre-litigation/litigation work to minimize risks and maximize legal rights.
• Participate in the development and structuring of new business ventures and corporate transactions.
• Keep abreast of legislative and regulatory changes that may affect FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation and its subsidiary companies.
• Provide training to HLUS and its subsidiary companies on substantive legal topics, including regulations specific to CDMO, Life Science/Pharma and Medical Device companies.

Required Skills/Education

• College degree and juris doctorate from accredited law school. Academic honors preferred.
• Admitted to at least one state bar in good standing.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in a corporate law firm and/or in-house legal department, preferably in the Life Science/Pharma, Medical Device or health care field.
• Solid commercial contract background with extensive drafting experience.
• Experience managing outside counsel and/or legal staff.
• In-depth knowledge of FDA and related regulations, including requirements specifically applicable to the CDMO, Life Science/Pharma and Medical Device industries.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Computer skills and appropriate applications.

Desired Skills

• Management Skills
• Business acumen
• Follow-Up
• Negotiation and Leadership Skills
• Ability to Multi-Task
• Collaboration
• Analytical Ability
• Autonomy
• Budget Conscious

Salary and Benefits:

• $134,406 to $187,949 depending on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
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EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (hlushrteam@fujifilm.com).

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