Provide legal counsel to business development on agreement management, including interpretation of rights and obligations under existing agreements and advising on governance, decision-making, compliance, and operational execution.
Support the transition of newly executed transactions to Alliance Management, including knowledge transfer, contract summaries, and governance setup.
Support the identification, escalation, and resolution of disputes and related disagreements in existing agreements, including pre-litigation counseling.
Develop and deliver training programs, playbooks, and practical guidance for Alliance Management and cross‑functional partnering teams to strengthen organizational capabilities and promote consistent, effective partnership management practices.
Oversee and manage relationships with external counsel, ensuring the provision of high‑quality, timely, and cost‑effective legal support aligned with business needs.
Monitor developments in contract law, relevant regulations, and industry best practices, and help ensure that alliance activities remain compliant with applicable legal and policy requirements.

J.D. degree and admission to a state bar.
At least 5 years of legal experience, with a focus on business development, licensing, collaboration, and/or corporate transactions.
Solid understanding of the bio-pharmaceutical/life sciences industry.
Strong contract interpretation, analytical, and drafting skills.
Sound judgment and ability to identify when escalation is required.
Experience supporting Alliance Management or post-execution contract management preferred.
Ability to manage multiple alliance matters in a matrixed environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to partner effectively with Alliance Managers.
High integrity and commitment to BMS values.

Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short
and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work-life benefits include: Paid Time Off US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees) Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays. Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

Counsel, Business Development, Transactions Law

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