Senior Counsel, International Commercial (Life Sciences)

TL;DR

Senior Counsel, International Commercial (Life Sciences): Providing legal advice and guidance for ex-US business activities with an accent on international commercial contracts and regulatory compliance. Focus on managing cross-border legal risks, negotiating strategic partnerships, and integrating data privacy standards into commercial operations.

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Company

A global leader providing next-generation commercialization services to the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries.

What you will do

• Provide legal support for international commercial matters across various business lines.
• Draft, review, and negotiate customer, vendor, and strategic partnership agreements.
• Identify and assess legal risks associated with operating across multiple jurisdictions.
• Advise on privacy and data considerations, particularly in European markets, in alignment with enterprise standards.
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Finance, and HR teams within a matrixed global organization.

Requirements

• Degree in Law and admission to practice.
• 12–15+ years of relevant legal experience, specifically in international or cross-border commercial operations.
• Strong expertise in commercial contracting and business counseling.
• Experience working within a global or highly matrixed organization.
• Location: Must be based in Dublin, Ireland

Nice to have

• Experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry.
• Familiarity with GDPR and other data privacy frameworks.
• Exposure to employment considerations in international markets.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive culture embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Patient-minded approach focused on improving the lives of patients.
• Environment that encourages boldness, creativity, and constant innovation.
• Strong commitment to professional development and growing talent.