Support Global Vetsource teams on strategic as well as a wide variety of day-to-day matters, including in compliance, regulatory, distribution, litigation, and other business transactions.
Utilize a business and strategic mindset to recommend legal solutions that unlock growth opportunities and meet core business objectives.
Effectively assess and balance risks and opportunities to manage risks intelligently and influence business decision-making.
Collaborate and partner with the regional and local cross-segment Legal counterparts across Mars, Incorporated to ensure a consistent and aligned “One Mars” approach on key matters and issues.
Effectively and efficiently manage outside counsel.
Operate with the Five Principles in mind and using as part of decision making.

J.D. from an accredited law school with a minimum of 6 years of legal experience required.
Corporate, regulatory, litigation and transaction experience in a well-respected law firm required.
In-house experience in a complex, growth-oriented business strongly preferred.
Experience preferred in highly regulated industries including pharmacy, with IP, life science, healthcare/animal and pharmacy.
Broad-based legal experience supporting complex organizations, including drafting and negotiating a variety of agreements and managing litigation, with a solid foundational understanding of the relevant commercial laws.
Familiarity with federal and state pharmacy laws and regulations, including: State Boards of Pharmacy, DEA and controlled substance regulations, FDA and FTC considerations, Prescription fulfillment, dispensing, and distribution requirements.
Experience advising on commercial agreements and operational issues involving: Pharmacy fulfillment and distribution, Third-party logistics providers and wholesalers, Veterinarians, clinics, and healthcare professionals, Technology-enabled healthcare or e-commerce platforms.

Corporate Counsel, Innovation and Regulatory

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