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Join a dynamic legal team at Johnson and Johnson as a Senior Counsel, Commercial Litigation located in New Brunswick, NJ, where you will shape legal strategies and drive case outcomes of major strategic importance. In this role, you will own and manage high-stakes cases.

You will craft and implement legal strategies that align with the company's objectives, leveraging your expertise to navigate complex litigation landscapes. This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, supportive environment and values independence in their work.

If you have the ability to lead and are ready to make a real impact, we invite you to apply and join our team in driving success for a globally recognized industry leader.

At Johnson & Johnson,  we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a  world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,  where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and  solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/. 

The responsibilities of this position are to advise and represent Johnson & Johnson in complex commercial disputes globally in all sectors, with an emphasis on US litigation and international arbitration.

As Senior Counsel, you will report into the Vice President, Complex Commercial Litigation, and:

• Advise and shape strategy across a broad range of civil matters, including contract disputes; antitrust litigation; trade secrets issues; regulatory litigation; congressional inquiries; and administrative proceedings.
• Evaluate and advise on pre-litigation commercial disputes, including with respect to non-litigation outcomes.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business and legal colleagues.
• Develop and implement affirmative litigation strategies.
• Select and supervise outside litigation counsel.
• Retain and manage experts to support and/or testify in litigation and arbitration.
• Negotiate and manage legal budgets.
• Advise the company on commercial issues that relate to existing or potential litigation or arbitration.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a JD.
• 10-12 years as a practicing attorney.
• Extensive commercial litigation experience, including experience with large and complex contract disputes.
• Ability to “have an opinion” backed by insight and confidence to influence stakeholders in meetings and on a one-on-one basis.
• An ownership mentality, comfort exercising authority, and enthusiasm for tackling new challenges.
• Outstanding and clear communication skills; ability to think analytically to understand complex or ambiguous problems or issues and articulate solutions/conclusions clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work collaboratively, including on cross-functional teams, with colleagues across the Global Legal Organization and commercial, R&D, regulatory, medical affairs, finance, tax, and other Johnson & Johnson functions.
• Ability to master complex substantive legal frameworks.
• Business acumen with ability to appropriately use judgment and risk-taking.
• Prior experience in pharmaceutical and/or medical technology industries is a plus.

Ability to travel 10%, primarily domestically.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $173,000 to $299,000.

The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.

Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.

• Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
• This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
• Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
• Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year of Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges.

We know that the success of our business – and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions – depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued and our people can reach their potential.

At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong.