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GSK

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Legal
  • London
  • 6d left

AI generated summary

  • You need substantial post-qualification experience, strong drafting and communication skills, knowledge of pharma regulations, and the ability to manage complex projects autonomously.
  • You will advise on complex legal issues in supply chain transactions, manage relationships with stakeholders, share best practices, and proactively identify solutions while ensuring alignment and consistency.

Requirements

  • Can work on relatively complex projects without line manager support and can work on projects of higher complexity/impact with support of line manager. Familiar with GSK’s overall business structure, strategy and priorities.
  • Actively provide strategic advice, excellent drafting skills and clear communication to stakeholders regarding supply chain aspects of business development transactions and external manufacturing contracts and issues.
  • Proactively provide strategic legal support in complex issues and disputes with third parties, with the capability to draft settlement or claims.
  • Consistently willing and able to communicate effectively at leadership team levels in full group meetings and at Governance levels within the business.
  • Consistently able to propose solutions and develop strategy for complex projects of high business impact.
  • Have knowledge of the medicines and vaccines in the GSK pipeline and the company priorities and be able to link the work being done in your team to the pipeline.
  • Bring innovation + a growth mindset around ‘problem solving’ / bringing ‘solutions’ to the business.
  • Actively seek to develop relationships within Legal and Compliance team members and actively collaborate at a peer level to identify opportunities.
  • Seek opportunities to engage and proactively support projects that move our function forward.
  • Show up as One Function to business leaders and avoid exposing business leaders to internal discussions or throwing issues over the wall.
  • Proficiency in terms of usage of GSK systems and data.
  • Actively seeks opportunities to acquire and share knowledge of best practice and current trends in AC matters and law broadly.
  • Often seeks opportunities to share information, become involved more broadly than own portfolio/responsibilities, and work with other people.
  • Consistently apply diversity, equity and inclusion principles within the team and with stakeholders.
  • Substantial post-qualification experience.
  • Fluency in English, both verbally and in writing, with excellent communication skills.
  • Knowledge of the pharmaceutical manufacturing area, including regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Strong influencing and leadership skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously, managing projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.
  • Experience in negotiation of contracts and litigation.
  • Proficiency in using relevant Tech systems and data management tools.

Responsibilities

  • Advising senior business leaders and legal colleagues on complex legal issues, including external manufacturing contracts, strategy and dispute resolution and all supply chain-related aspects of business development transactions. Navigating complexity to deliver best solutions in transactions, complex contracts negotiation and litigation.
  • Accountability for providing efficient and effective support to the Supply Chain Business Development and External Manufacturing Teams, through a combination of support from yourself, external counsel, DRP and LCN.
  • Keeping aware of external environment and how it impacts GSKs organizational preparedness and offer suggestions as appropriate.
  • Partnering and managing the relationship with other senior lawyers to implement and share best practices across the legal function and with business stakeholders.
  • Proactively uses excellent matrix skills to ensure consistency and alignment in counselling. Must be self-motivated from project start to finish, with the ability to proactively offer solutions, and independently identify areas of opportunity.

FAQs

What is the role of the Senior Counsel, Global Supply Chain Transactions, Disputes and External Manufacturing?

The Senior Counsel will provide legal support across the pharma and vaccines business, focusing on supply chain aspects of business development transactions and the external manufacturing organization.

Where is the position located?

The position is based at GSK HQ in London, but other locations such as Wavre (Belgium), Philadelphia (Pennsylvania), Durham (North Carolina), and Singapore are also considered.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include advising senior business leaders, providing support to the Supply Chain Business Development and External Manufacturing Teams, managing legal disputes, contract negotiation, and collaborating with other legal teams.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The position requires substantial post-qualification experience, strong communication skills, knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing regulations, and experience in negotiation of contracts and litigation.

Is fluency in English required for this role?

Yes, fluency in English, both verbally and in writing, is required, along with excellent communication skills.

What is GSK's approach to diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

GSK is committed to creating an environment where all individuals feel welcome, valued, and included, and actively applies diversity, equity, and inclusion principles within the team and with stakeholders.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 10th February 2025 (COB).

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the role encourages collaboration and seeks opportunities for knowledge sharing, allowing for personal and professional growth.

What benefits does GSK offer?

GSK offers a competitive salary, annual bonuses based on performance, healthcare programs, pension plan membership, and opportunities for shares and savings.

Is the work environment flexible?

Yes, GSK embraces modern work practices and offers a hybrid working model to help employees find an optimal balance between remote and in-office work.

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GSK

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

GSK, or GlaxoSmithKline, is a company that operates in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry. They are involved in researching, developing, manufacturing, and selling a wide range of prescription medicines, vaccines, and consumer healthcare products. GSK's ultimate aim is to improve the quality of human life by providing innovative and effective healthcare solutions to people worldwide. Their commitment lies in focusing on scientific excellence, developing cutting-edge medicines and vaccines, and addressing global health challenges to help people live longer, healthier lives.

Benefits

  • A competitive base salary

  • An annual bonus based on company performance

  • Access to healthcare and wellbeing programmes, pension plan membership, savings programmes, time off and childcare support

  • Employee recognition programmes that reward exceptional achievements