Business Development Counsel
Biogen
October 2, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Cambridge, MA
Corporate Functions
Role: Senior BD Counsel responsible for leading legal due diligence and negotiating strategic transactions in biopharma, supporting business development and partnership initiatives. Responsibilities: structure and execute complex deals, prepare term sheets, oversee external law firms, ensure legal compliance, and collaborate across functions including R&D, finance, and commercial. Requirements: JD and active bar license, minimum 12 years' experience in corporate law or in-house legal roles, with expertise in licensing, collaborations, M&A, and venture transactions. Preferred: strong business acumen, decision-making ability, and experience in biotech or pharmaceutical sectors. HighValue: biopharma sector, strategic transactions, licensing, collaborations, M&A, biotech licensing agreements, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement. WorkSetup: based at Cambridge, MA headquarters, local candidates only.