What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Legal Dispute Resolution position at BioNTech SE?
Cambridge, US | full time | Job ID: 9097
The Director Legal, Dispute Resolution & Governmental Investigations will be key member of the global dispute resolution & governmental investigations team (being a part of the BioNTech legal department) based in the US, will focus on governmental inquiries and investigations and contentious matters vis-à-vis authorities and other governmental entities, and will generally be expected to support BioNTech colleagues across the company worldwide. This attorney will provide strategic counsel and hands-on guidance for aforesaid governmental matters in a fast-paced, execution-oriented environment (including management of internal stakeholders, outside counsel and drafting / reviewing various types of internal communication and external correspondence as well as filings). This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing department and have a meaningful impact within a highly innovative organization and this role is ideal for a legal professional who thrives in working on complex, cross-border matters.
Your main responsibilities will include:
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Please contact Harry Smith (Talent Acquisition) or jobs@biontech.de with reference to the job ID.
BioNTech, our story.
At BioNTech, we are more than just a biotechnology company – we are a community of innovators, scientists, and leaders dedicated to
revolutionizing medicine by translating cutting-edge science into survival. Your contributions here have the potential to improve the health of people worldwide,
especially by addressing diseases with high medical needs like cancer and various infectious diseases.
Experience a dynamic workplace that embraces diversity in all its forms. We foster innovation, encourage creativity, and develop
business strategies driven by our shared passion for advancing medicine.
Working at BioNTech means striving to achieve medical breakthroughs while growing your career in a meaningful way. Apply today and
become part of a mission that has the potential to change lives around the world.
BioNTech does not tolerate discrimination, favoritism, or harassment based on gender, political opinion, religion or belief, nationality,
ethnic or social origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, health status or any other aspect of personal status.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Most important – it’s a match!
The Director Legal, Dispute Resolution & Governmental Investigations will be key member of the global dispute resolution & governmental investigations team (being a part of the BioNTech legal department) based in the US, will focus on governmental inquiries and investigations and contentious matters vis-à-vis authorities and other governmental entities, and will generally be expected to support BioNTech colleagues across the company worldwide. This attorney will provide strategic counsel and hands-on guidance for aforesaid governmental matters in a fast-paced, execution-oriented environment (including management of internal stakeholders, outside counsel and drafting / reviewing various types of internal communication and external correspondence as well as filings). This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing department and have a meaningful impact within a highly innovative organization and this role is ideal for a legal professional who thrives in working on complex, cross-border matters.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Direct and manage (as primary point of contact) a diverse range of governmental inquiries (and similar information requests) and investigations as well as contentious matters vis-à-vis authorities and other governmental entities including active litigation, discovery / document production and other legal actions and procedures.
- Provide strategic advice, perform required risk assessments and bring together and analyze relevant facts / documents, handling of subpoenas and other legal actions.
- Collaborate and coordinate with internal functions and stakeholders to conduct fact finding, interviews and evidence reviews.
- Coordinate and lead the collection, review, and production of relevant documents and data.
- Manage outside counsel on litigation / arbitration and related matters to efficiently manage all aspects of outside counsel relationships, including staffing, strategy and work product.
- Assist in the management of public disclosures and publications, including SEC filings.
- Continuously support to implement or improve respective standards and processes as well as develop and conduct training.
- Bachelors degree, Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, active membership and in good standing in a state bar.
- Minimum 10 years prior experience in the field of governmental inquiries and investigations and governmental litigation (matching the responsibilities stated above) acquired in a law firm or inhouse counsel role (highly regulated industry, ideally life science or pharmaceutical experience).
- Practical, clear, creative, and solution oriented. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Organized, responsible and detail oriented – excellent negotiation and project management skills. Capable of working independently and able to understand and incorporate legal guidance into work product.
- Team player with a strongly positive, can-do attitude. High degree of personal ethics, integrity, and accountability.
- Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and exercise sound business judgment with critical thinking skills and thrive in fast-paced / high volume environments.
- Experience in document disclosures (including e-discovery exercises).
scientists to our business professionals, we think out-the-box, believe in ourselves, work agile and stand accountable.
Together, we usher in a new era of immunotherapies and work on realizing our vision.
Do you have any questions?
Please contact Harry Smith (Talent Acquisition) or jobs@biontech.de with reference to the job ID.
BioNTech, our story.
At BioNTech, we are more than just a biotechnology company – we are a community of innovators, scientists, and leaders dedicated to
revolutionizing medicine by translating cutting-edge science into survival. Your contributions here have the potential to improve the health of people worldwide,
especially by addressing diseases with high medical needs like cancer and various infectious diseases.
Experience a dynamic workplace that embraces diversity in all its forms. We foster innovation, encourage creativity, and develop
business strategies driven by our shared passion for advancing medicine.
Working at BioNTech means striving to achieve medical breakthroughs while growing your career in a meaningful way. Apply today and
become part of a mission that has the potential to change lives around the world.
BioNTech does not tolerate discrimination, favoritism, or harassment based on gender, political opinion, religion or belief, nationality,
ethnic or social origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, health status or any other aspect of personal status.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Most important – it’s a match!