Counsel - Global Commercial Operations

About the role

Amgen is hiring a Counsel for its Global Commercial Operations team. The role advises clients on legal and regulatory issues concerning promotion, sales, patient support programs, contracting, education and scientific exchange of biopharmaceutical products regulated by U.S. federal agencies.

Key responsibilities

• Advise on fraud and abuse matters in commercial activities involving healthcare community members, with emphasis on the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute and False Claims Act
• Assess proposed and ongoing patient support programs for legal risk
• Analyze, review and approve promotional, educational and patient support programs and materials
• Advise stakeholders on legal, regulatory and policy developments so legal support keeps pace with a changing environment
• Provide guidance on proposed sales and marketing strategies and advise on interconnected issues of law and policy relating to government health care programs
• Contribute to cross-functional teams and coordinate legal support with business and law department colleagues

Required profile

• J.D. or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school, admitted to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction
• Two years of experience practicing law
• Preferred: 4+ years of corporate, government and/or law firm experience
• Preferred: experience with health care law (Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, Medicare/Medicaid/340B)

Required skills

• Excellent oral and written communication, legal analysis, drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to lead and influence others, strong client service and problem-solving focus
• Ability to manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced environment
• Preferred: proven superior legal skills and superior academic achievement

What we offer

• Annual salary range of $179,984.95 to $243,509.05 in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico); actual salary depends on skills, experience and qualifications
• Health, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and a retirement savings plan with company contributions
• Discretionary annual bonus or sales-based incentive plan, stock-based long-term incentives and flexible work models where possible

Applications are accepted until the position is filled; sponsorship is not guaranteed. Amgen is an equal opportunity employer.