Lead Counsel

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Job Description

About the role:

Join Takeda as a Lead Counsel, Global Data Digital & Technology, at the senior director level. You will contribute to Takeda’s growth and success as a digital biopharmaceutical company by acting as a strategic, proactive legal advisor and senior business partner to Global Data, Digital & Technology (GDD&T) function and related enterprise partners. Additionally, the Lead Counsel will provide strategic legal support and business partnership, as guided by GDD&T Legal team leadership, for the deployment of new and existing technology at Takeda. As part of the Global General Counsel team, you will report to Head Counsel, Global Data, Digital & Technology.

How you will contribute:

• Building a trusted advisor relationship with senior managers and leaders within the Global Data Digital & Technology Function supporting its goals and objectives 

• Advising on relevant cybersecurity laws and regulations, keeping up to date with prospective changes and industry technology trends and proactively educating relevant stakeholders and ensuring business is prepared to respond

• Work closely with business and cross functional stakeholders to ensure operational policies align with legal requirements, including new and emerging laws and regulations, and support policy development and implementation 

• Advise on AI matters, including internal governance, risk assessments and regulatory review, relating to AI development and deployment within the enterprise.

• Provide product counselling, and engage with cross functional partners to advise on IP, software, licensing and other product related legal matters

• Project management and the furtherance of process improvement in legal support to GDD&T 

• Support GDD&T on the legal aspects of its Governance, Risk and Compliance program

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and bar membership in at least one jurisdiction 

• At least 8+ years of relevant technology law experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department in a technology or healthcare company 

• Proven experience in counseling on software/SaaS and technology transaction matters

• Strong understanding of technology and its legal and ethical implications, knowledge of industry standards and best practices in cybersecurity and data privacy

• Strong understanding of data protection laws, cybersecurity regulations, experience in incident response 

• Certification in cybersecurity (e.g., CISSP, CIPP) desirable  

• Self-motivated, proactive, and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to solve problems, drive decisions and exercise good judgement 

• Superior written and verbal communication skills in policy drafting and to convey complex legal & business concepts to business stakeholders 

• Ability to influence others without direct authority on novel matters related to our industry. 

• Experience in leading, managing and inspiring virtual teams or practice groups is a plus.

• Values driven, high level of EQ, and collaborative mindset, team player 

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy. #LI-Hybrid

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

Boston, MA

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$208,200.00 - $327,140.00

EEO Statement

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Locations

Boston, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

YesIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.