BioNTech IMFS
Overview
The Director Legal, U.S. & Global Commercialization will be a key member of the growing BioNTech commercialization legal team and will be integral to the anticipated launches of BioNTech’s first oncology products in the United States and other markets. This role will support multiple business partners across U.S. and global commercialization and commercialization-adjacent functions, including Marketing, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Corporate Communications, and Patient Engagement & Advocacy. This attorney will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing commercialization organization. This position is an ideal situation for a legal professional who is energized by close partnerships with business stakeholders. This role reports to the Vice President Legal, Global & Market Commercialization. This is a hybrid position based in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, where our U.S. commercialization organization is based. There may be occasional travel to our U.S. headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts and our global headquarters in Mainz, Germany. Responsibilities
Provide legal advice on a broad range of commercialization-related subject matter in support of anticipated launches of oncology products in the U.S. market and globally, including sales and marketing strategy, market access activities, patient support programs, medical affairs initiatives, media campaigns, and interactions with patients and patient advocacy organizations. Advise on commercialization-related contracts and engagements, including distribution agreements, GPO agreements, rebate agreements, specialty pharmacy agreements, vendor agreements, service agreements, consulting agreements, and sponsorships. Serve as a legal representative on cross-functional Medical-Legal-Regulatory (MLR) review teams to provide legal advice on promotional and non-promotional communications including sales and marketing materials, market access materials, patient support program information, disease education, scientific exchange, press releases, and clinical trial recruitment activities. Represent Legal on cross-functional teams with responsibility for identifying legal issues and considerations, evaluating possible options and solutions, and providing recommendations to achieve business objectives and mitigate legal risks. Actively share knowledge and collaborate with colleagues across Legal Department teams to facilitate consistent and cohesive advice to internal clients. Proactively identify and inform internal clients of important new laws, regulations, and enforcement trends relevant to the industry. What you have to offer
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school; active membership and in good standing in a state bar and either admitted to the New Jersey bar or eligible for admission to the New Jersey bar as in-house counsel. Minimum 7 years prior legal experience, with a strong preference for 3+ years in-house pharmaceutical or biotech experience counseling a U.S. commercialization function on relevant subject matter including the Anti-Kickback Statute and False Claims Act. Oncology experience and experience with launching a product in the U.S. market are helpful. Familiarity with pharmaceutical/biotech commercial contracting is preferred. Experience supporting global commercialization teams is desirable. High degree of personal ethics, integrity, and accountability. Practical, collaborative, clear, creative, and solution oriented. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and exercise sound judgment with critical thinking skills and thrive in a dynamic environment. Benefits & Other Information
BioNTech US is committed to employee wellbeing and offers best-in-class benefits & HR programs to support an inclusive & diverse workforce. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7 Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown 401(K) Plan with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs Professional Development Programs Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance Location & Travel
This role is based in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey with potential occasional travel to the U.S. headquarters in Cambridge, MA and the global headquarters in Mainz, Germany. How to Apply
Apply now — we look forward to your application. Apply for our New Jersey, US location and send documents using our online form. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider HireRight. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter. EEO & Inclusion
BioNTech does not tolerate discrimination, favoritism or harassment based on gender, political views, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or social origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, health status or any other personal characteristics. BioNTech is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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The Director Legal, U.S. & Global Commercialization will be a key member of the growing BioNTech commercialization legal team and will be integral to the anticipated launches of BioNTech’s first oncology products in the United States and other markets. This role will support multiple business partners across U.S. and global commercialization and commercialization-adjacent functions, including Marketing, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Corporate Communications, and Patient Engagement & Advocacy. This attorney will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing commercialization organization. This position is an ideal situation for a legal professional who is energized by close partnerships with business stakeholders. This role reports to the Vice President Legal, Global & Market Commercialization. This is a hybrid position based in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, where our U.S. commercialization organization is based. There may be occasional travel to our U.S. headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts and our global headquarters in Mainz, Germany. Responsibilities
Provide legal advice on a broad range of commercialization-related subject matter in support of anticipated launches of oncology products in the U.S. market and globally, including sales and marketing strategy, market access activities, patient support programs, medical affairs initiatives, media campaigns, and interactions with patients and patient advocacy organizations. Advise on commercialization-related contracts and engagements, including distribution agreements, GPO agreements, rebate agreements, specialty pharmacy agreements, vendor agreements, service agreements, consulting agreements, and sponsorships. Serve as a legal representative on cross-functional Medical-Legal-Regulatory (MLR) review teams to provide legal advice on promotional and non-promotional communications including sales and marketing materials, market access materials, patient support program information, disease education, scientific exchange, press releases, and clinical trial recruitment activities. Represent Legal on cross-functional teams with responsibility for identifying legal issues and considerations, evaluating possible options and solutions, and providing recommendations to achieve business objectives and mitigate legal risks. Actively share knowledge and collaborate with colleagues across Legal Department teams to facilitate consistent and cohesive advice to internal clients. Proactively identify and inform internal clients of important new laws, regulations, and enforcement trends relevant to the industry. What you have to offer
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school; active membership and in good standing in a state bar and either admitted to the New Jersey bar or eligible for admission to the New Jersey bar as in-house counsel. Minimum 7 years prior legal experience, with a strong preference for 3+ years in-house pharmaceutical or biotech experience counseling a U.S. commercialization function on relevant subject matter including the Anti-Kickback Statute and False Claims Act. Oncology experience and experience with launching a product in the U.S. market are helpful. Familiarity with pharmaceutical/biotech commercial contracting is preferred. Experience supporting global commercialization teams is desirable. High degree of personal ethics, integrity, and accountability. Practical, collaborative, clear, creative, and solution oriented. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and exercise sound judgment with critical thinking skills and thrive in a dynamic environment. Benefits & Other Information
BioNTech US is committed to employee wellbeing and offers best-in-class benefits & HR programs to support an inclusive & diverse workforce. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7 Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown 401(K) Plan with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs Professional Development Programs Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance Location & Travel
This role is based in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey with potential occasional travel to the U.S. headquarters in Cambridge, MA and the global headquarters in Mainz, Germany. How to Apply
Apply now — we look forward to your application. Apply for our New Jersey, US location and send documents using our online form. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider HireRight. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter. EEO & Inclusion
BioNTech does not tolerate discrimination, favoritism or harassment based on gender, political views, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or social origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, health status or any other personal characteristics. BioNTech is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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