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Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Associate Director, Labor & Employment Counsel

Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Carlsbad, California, United States, 92002

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Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, and with offices in Boston, Massachusetts, and Dublin, Ireland, Ionis has been at work for more than three decades discovering medical breakthroughs that have redefined life for people with serious diseases. We’re pioneers in RNA-targeted medicines, and our platform continues to revolutionize drug discovery and transform lives for patients with unmet needs. With multiple marketed medicines and a leading pipeline in neurology, cardiology and select areas of high patient needs, we continue to drive innovation in RNA therapies in addition to advancing new approaches in gene editing to provide greater value to patients and are well positioned financially to deliver on our strategic goals.

At Ionis, we pride ourselves on cultivating a challenging, motivating and rewarding environment that fosters innovation and scientific excellence. We know that our success is a direct result of the exceptional talents and dedication of our employees.

With an unprecedented opportunity to change the course of human health, we look to add diverse individuals, skill sets and perspectives to our exceptional team. We continue to invest time, money and energy into making our onsite, hybrid and remote work environments a place where solid and lasting relationships are built and where our culture and employees can thrive.

We’re building on our rich history, and we believe our greatest achievements are ahead of us. If you’re passionate about the opportunity to have meaningful impact on patients in need, we invite you to apply and join us. Experience and contribute to our unique culture while you develop and expand your career!

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, LABOR & EMPLOYMENT COUNSEL

Summary

Ionis is seeking an attorney with at least five years of experience advising on employment law issues. This attorney would work closely with and report to the Deputy General Counsel as a key member of the Labor & Employment team within the Legal department. This individual will provide support to Human Resources and management regarding employment matters within California and across the U.S.

The successful candidate will need to apply the right combination of technical skill, good judgment, common sense, and emotional intelligence to advise on complex issues in an appropriate and practical manner. The successful candidate will need to be kind, reliable, and responsive, capable of independent and self-motivated work while also being a constructive collaborator, and able to juggle competing priorities in an evolving and growing environment.

Responsibilities

Draft employment agreements, policies, and other documents related to employment matters. Advise Human Resources and management on employment-related issues, including leaves of absence, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, accommodations, hiring, termination, and temporary and contract workers. Monitor and update stakeholders on developments in federal and state employment laws and regulations, including the intersection of such laws and regulations with technology.

Requirements

At least five years of experience advising employers on employment law issues J.D. from an accredited law school Admitted to practice in California and in good standing Strong knowledge of California and federal employment laws and regulations Experience drafting policies and employment-related contracts, and advising stakeholders on difficult issues Excellent oral and written communication skills High degree of emotional intelligence Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility with clients and colleagues Kind, collaborative, team-first mindset with low ego Strong work ethic

Please visit our website, http://www.ionis.com for more information about Ionis and to apply for this position; reference requisition # IONIS003736

Ionis offers an excellent benefits package! Follow this link for more details:

Ionis Benefits

Full Benefits Link:

https://www.ionis.com/careers/working-at-ionis/#:~:text=our%20employee%20spotlight-,Benefits,-Employees%20are%20rewarded

The pay scale for this position is $187,328 to $238,374

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Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and all its subsidiaries are proud to be EEO employers. Seniority level

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