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Reporting directly to the Chief Corporation Counsel, this position is based at our headquarters in Cambridge, MA. The individual stepping into this role will be at the forefront of complex deal work, pivotal to the company's strategic expansions and product pipeline development. As a BD Counsel, you will provide expert legal guidance on transaction initiatives and strategies, specializing in various forms of agreements and partnerships within the biotechnology sector. Your contributions will support Biogen's robust growth trajectory and commitment to innovation. In this role, you will be instrumental in structuring and executing strategic transactions, ensuring alignment with Biogen's business goals and legal framework. Your expertise will help shape the future of our business development endeavors, reflecting the value you bring to the broader organizational structure.\nWhat You’ll Do:\nLead legal due diligence for strategic transactions, offering critical counsel on transaction structures and business terms.\nPrepare non-binding term sheets and ensure the negotiation and execution of definitive agreements that align with Biogen's business and legal objectives.\nAct as the primary responsible attorney on strategic deals, providing expert legal guidance throughout the transaction process.\nCollaborate with colleagues across various functional areas, including business development, finance, tax, R&D, and commercial teams.\nWork closely with intellectual property attorneys and other legal experts to leverage specialized knowledge where necessary.\nManage and optimize the engagement and performance of outside law firms on strategic matters.\nOversee the preparation of budgets for legal services and ensure the quality and timeliness of external firms' work.\nEnsure that all transactional activities adhere to internal policies, as well as relevant laws and regulations.\nProvide ongoing legal advice and support to internal clients within the business development area and other departments.\nWho You Are:\nYou are a strategic thinker with an impressive track record in corporate law, possessing the intellectual prowess and business acumen necessary to navigate complex legal landscapes. Your decisiveness and intuition for making sound judgments are matched by your ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. You have established a reputation for your gravitas in business counseling and your capability to manage risk through robust business practices. Your commitment to your profession is evident in your continuous pursuit of excellence and your proactive approach to collaboration and leadership within a legal context.\nRequired Skills:\nMinimum of 12 years’ experience in the corporate department of a leading law firm and/or in-house corporate legal department.\nDemonstrated experience with license agreements, collaborations, consortiums, venture capital transactions, and mergers and acquisitions.\nJuris Doctor (JD) degree with active bar licensure\nExceptional intellectual capacity and business counseling presence.\nStrong decision-making intuition and communication skills.\nProven ability to establish and manage business practices for legal and risk management.\nLocal candidates only.\nJob Level: Management Additional Information\nThe base compensation range for this role is: $226,000.00-$310,750.00Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.\nRegular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.\nIn addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:\nMedical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances\nFitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement \nShort- and Long-Term Disability insurance\nA minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)\nUp to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance \n80 hours of sick time per calendar year\nPaid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit \n401(k) program participation with company matched contributions\nEmployee stock purchase plan \nTuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year \nEmployee Resource Groups participation\nWhy Biogen?\nWe are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.\nAt Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. 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