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Associate Director, Brand Counsel

Insmed
Posted Oct 30
Full TimeRemoteBridgewater, New Jersey
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Company Description

Insmed is a global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to transform the lives of patients living with serious and rare diseases. Our most valuable resource is our employees, and everything we do is motivated by a patients-first mentality. We are dedicated to growing our team with talented individuals from around the world who are willing to challenge the status quo, solve problems, and work collaboratively with a sense of urgency and compassion.

Guided by our core values of collaboration, accountability, passion, respect, and integrity, we aim to foster an inclusive, diverse, and flexible work environment, where our employees are recognized for leaning in and rolling up their sleeves. If you share our vision and want to work with the most dedicated people in the biopharma industry, come to Insmed to accelerate your career.

Overview

The Associate Director, Brand Counsel will provide legal support and review of materials for commercial and medical affairs activities related to Insmed’s in-line rare disease respiratory product.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:
  • Develop a thorough understanding of and familiarity with the company's business, its people, in-line rare disease respiratory product and disease state, markets, facilities, customers and competitors and utilizes that knowledge in providing guidance and counsel to internal clients.
  • Establish a rapport and a working relationship with commercial and medical leaders and team members at all levels to encourage and continue the proactive engagement with in-house legal counsel.
  • Provide legal advice and conduct review of commercial team initiatives supporting commercial expansion upon completion of Phase 3 confirmatory study related to Insmed’s in-line rare disease respiratory product with a primary focus on the anti-kickback statute, false claims act and advertising and promotional regulations.
  • Review promotional and field medical materials and associated strategies for compliance with applicable guidance, laws and regulations and serve as primary legal member on the applicable review committees.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners and Legal team members supporting Franchise and pipeline products to deliver aligned and timely guidance to applicable teams.
  • Review and provide advice on corporate communication and product communications and related internal and external activities and materials.
  • Serve as contract review escalation point for related commercial and corporate communications contracts ensuring alignment with company standards and compliance with applicable laws and industry standards.
  • Identify and communicate to clients risks associated with day-to-day operational business activities, including training clients on applicable legal issues within lawyer's expertise.
  • Partner with clients to proactively apply legal and regulatory framework to business activity by understanding business goals and developing alternative solutions to assist in the achievement of successful outcomes.
  • Negotiate on behalf of, and partners with, clients to achieve solutions consistent with business objectives.
  • Builds constructive working relationships with client base and operates as an active member of legal and client teams.
  • Coordinates legal matters handled by outside counsel.
  • Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

Knowledge & Experience:

  • Experience in promotional and non-promotional review, regulatory matters, risk management and contract management.
  • Experience in contract, business, FDA, and drug laws and regulations specific to the life science industry.
  • Ability to identify, strategize and respond to a broad range of issues related to business, operations and risk management.
  • Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply government regulations, guidelines, and requirements.
  • Ability to identify problems and work to implement solutions.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment regarding the interpretation of policies, development of procedures, and selection of appropriate courses of action.
  • Self-starter with strong drive for results and strong sense of ownership, but also willing to take direction.
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and assist others, as needed.

Qualifications:

  • JD degree from an accredited law school and valid license in New Jersey (or eligibility for limited in-house license) and a minimum 4 years related legal experience representing life sciences companies.
  • In-house, public company experience preferred.

Skills:

  • Demonstrated collaborative approach with cross-functional partners
  • Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written). 
  • Highly organized with a strong attention to detail, clarity, accuracy and conciseness. 
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Individuals must demonstrate the ability to interact successfully in a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace.
  • Ability to work in a hybrid environment.

Travel Requirements

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Salary Range

$184,000 - $220,200 a year

Compensation & Benefits

We’re committed to investing in every team member’s total well-being, now and in the future. We offer a competitive total-rewards package to all employees around the world, including:

  • Flexible approach to where and how we work, regionally based
  • Competitive compensation package including bonus 
  • Stock options and RSU awards
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Flexible Vacation Policy
  • Generous paid holiday schedule and winter break 

ADDITIONAL U.S. BENEFITS:

  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Company-provided Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
  • Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits
  • Unique offerings of pet, legal, and supplemental life insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
  • Accident and Hospital Indemnity insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Mental Health on-line digital resource
  • Well-being reimbursement
  • Paid leave benefits for new parents
  • Paid time off to volunteer
  • On-site, no-cost fitness center at our U.S. headquarters

Additional Information

Insmed Incorporated is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Insmed is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us by email at TotalRewards@insmed.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Unsolicited resumes from agencies should not be forwarded to Insmed. Insmed will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes through this source. Insmed will only pay a fee to agencies if a formal agreement between Insmed and the agency has been established. The Human Resources department is responsible for all recruitment activities; please contact us directly to be considered for a formal agreement.