Associate Counsel, SEA

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November 7

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Amgen

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Biotechnology • Pharmaceuticals • Science

Amgen is a global leader in biotechnology, focusing on the development and commercialization of innovative medicines made from living cells. The company aims to treat serious illnesses, often targeting diseases with limited therapeutic options. Amgen emphasizes scientific innovation and is committed to ethical research, patient safety, and environmental sustainability. It actively engages in clinical trials and is known for its contributions to the fields of cancer treatment and obesity management among others.

10,000+ employees

Founded 1980

🧬 Biotechnology

💊 Pharmaceuticals

🔬 Science

💰 $28.5G Post-IPO Debt on 2022-12

📋 Description

• Provide broad-based legal support to Amgen SEA’s commercial, medical, value, access and pricing (VA&P), Compliance and other business functions, including providing advice to country leadership teams • Assist to deliver a legal support model in SEA that is results-oriented, fully aligned with the goals and priorities of the business • Take a broad approach to managing legal risk at the affiliate • Facilitate day-to-day contracting and routine matters through implementation of templates, training programs and guidance • Deliver targeted legal advice as required • Monitor the external environment and ensure that Amgen’s legal risks are proactively managed • Report to the SEA Head of Law in Hong Kong and join a JAPAC regional Law Group of 8 other lawyers based in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Sydney, Taipei and Tokyo

🎯 Requirements

• Law degree from recognized university law faculty and qualified to practice law in a common law jurisdiction • 6+ years of practice at a top law firm, corporate law department, or a combination of both • Fluency in English required • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Contract drafting skills and knowledge of general commercial law, labor law and dispute resolution • Strong interpersonal skills, judgment, maturity and flexibility • Strategic thinker and creative problem-solver who is committed to ensuring the company’s success in a complaint manner • Ability to manage competing priorities and provide high level of services across multiple stakeholders • Ability to operate both independently and as part of a larger in-house legal team

🏖️ Benefits

• Vast opportunities to learn and move up and across our global organization • Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act • Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits