Sr. Director- Counsel - Litigation and Government Investigations

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the globe by discovering, developing and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to develop creative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism.

The Sr. Director - Counsel - Litigation and Government Investigations role is for an experienced, creative and strategic litigation attorney with impeccable judgment who will be a member of the legal team responsible for (non-IP) commercial litigation matters; as well as government and internal investigations. Individual must be energized to boldly execute litigation objectives while working in a dynamic environment with broad responsibility.

Are you highly motivated and collaborative with strong interpersonal skills ? We need a hardworking legal professional with the ability to work effectively with team members, other lawyers, and members of management across all levels of the company. Bring your exceptional skills to Lilly and make an impact today!

Responsibilities

• Set strategy for, manage, and provide advice to senior leadership and the business on litigation, investigations, and various high-risk matters  

• Conduct internal privileged investigations

• Maintain engagement with key external parties and entities, including counterparts at other companies in the industry, key government agencies, and outside counsel network

• Review, analyze and keep current on litigation developments affecting the pharmaceutical industry​

• Collaborate with legal colleagues to handle pre litigation disputes or advise on emerging risk issues or risk assessments

Basic Qualifications

• J.D. degree

• Active license to practice law in the United States

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney handling complex litigation and government investigations, including class actions, MDL's, complex arbitrations, and similar legal matters.

• Experience managing litigation within the pharmaceutical or other highly regulated industry preferred.

Additional Skills/Preferences

• Demonstrated effectiveness in advising and working with senior leadership

• Good judgment …