Corporate Counsel, Baxter

Corporate Counsel

Baxter

Location:

France, Guyancourt

Category:

Legal

Contract Type:

Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Counsel for Baxter in the France and Benelux Cluster has primary responsibility for advice and counsel to the organization on all legal affairs of Baxter’s business segments within the Cluster. The role involves providing counsel on various legal areas, identifying risks, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The candidate should be a qualified lawyer with experience in a multinational context and specialized in medical devices and pharmaceuticals.

Job Responsibility:

Advise the Company on corporate, commercial, M&A, regulatory, antitrust, public procurement, compliance, IP and other legal issues relating to the France and Benelux Cluster
Advise the Company on legal/contractual rights/responsibilities for high risk/profile contracts
drafting, reviewing, analyzing and negotiating contracts
Proactively identify legal risks for highest risk/profile issues and develop/approve an action plan
Provide counsel on a broad spectrum of business/Legal related initiatives and projects including, litigation, financing transactions, distribution projects, licensing, R&D projects, manufacturing, co-development and co-promotion transactions and other strategic alliances
Stay ahead of all legal, legislative, and regulatory developments, inform senior management in a timely manner and assure full compliance with new laws, regulations, or policy matters
Train Company on legal topics and cascade training and information throughout the organization, acting as strategic partner for the commercial, manufacturing operations and functional teams (in France and Benelux countries) to limit risk
find opportunities and suggest/implement solutions for better practices regarding structure, systems, and delivery of services
Establish strong relationships with internal and external constituents
responsible for relationships with law firms
Collaborate within Baxter Legal Function, including Ethics & Compliance and Data Privacy, to ensure efficient delivery of Legal resources

Requirements:

Proficient in French and English, with EMEA language skills a plus
Strong understanding of local laws and regulations, particularly in medical devices and pharmaceuticals
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, providing practical and commercially-focused legal advice
Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
Qualified lawyer with a French law degree and postgraduate degree, admitted to practice in France
At least 6 years of experience as a legal counsel or lawyer, preferably in a multinational company or law firm

Nice to have:

EMEA language skills

What we offer:

Competitive total compensation package
Professional development opportunities
High importance placed on work-life balance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 21, 2025

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