Legal Director, Assets & Brand – Aesthetics M/W
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Legal Director, Assets & Brand - Aesthetics M/WCompany:
Ipsen Pharma (SAS)About Ipsen:
Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.
Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!
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Job Description:
In preparation for a potential global Aesthetics launch, we are creating a strategic leadership role within our Global Legal Assets & Brands team.
As Legal Director, Assets & Brand - Aesthetics, you will act as the lead legal partner supporting Ipsen’s neuroscience aesthetics portfolio across its full lifecycle-from R&D through commercialization. You will provide high-impact legal guidance on complex, global matters while remaining hands-on in delivering day-to-day support to business stakeholders.
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping a growing portfolio within a dynamic, international environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary legal partner for Ipsen’s global neuroscience aesthetics activities
- Provide strategic legal advice to R&D, Medical, and Commercial teams
- Lead legal support for global projects, partnerships, and strategic alliances
- Serve as Legal Asset Lead for neuroscience aesthetic products
- Support corporate transactions (acquisitions, licensing, asset deals), including due diligence and integration
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including:
- Clinical and research agreements
- Manufacturing and supply agreements
- Licensing and collaboration contracts
- Commercial and market access agreements
- Ensure compliance with
- Manage legal risks while enabling business opportunities
- Advise on contract lifecycle issues, disputes, and litigation where required
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Compliance, IP, Regulatory, and other business teams
- Manage external counsel and contribute to legal operations and process improvement
- Lead, coach, and develop team members where applicable
Your Profile
- Qualified lawyer with 8+ years’ post-qualification experience
- Strong background in commercial and contract law within the life sciences sector
- Experience in aesthetics (mandatory), pharmaceuticals, or healthcare
- Proven track record in complex transactions, partnerships, and global projects
- Solid knowledge of:
- Pharmaceutical regulatory frameworks
- Competition law, anti-bribery, and data privacy
- Experience across multiple geographies and jurisdictions
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to work in cross-functional and international environments
- Results-driven, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
- Fluent English required
- French is a plus