Senior Corporate Counsel
Roche
Summary
Join us as a Senior Corporate Counsel and act as a strategic legal partner to our global team of digital experts in Roche Information Solutions (RIS) and beyond. You will be part of a global network of legal professionals and will also collaborate closely with other legal teams across Roche Diagnostics and Roche Pharma on overarching projects and topics in the field of Data, Digital and Privacy, with a strong focus on AI.
Job description
In this role, you will provide high-impact legal guidance, helping to build a sustainable digital health business through innovative data-driven solutions. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can constructively challenge the status quo and collaborate with a global network of legal professionals in the Legal Data, Digital & Privacy (DDP) function.
The Opportunity
- Provide expert legal advice to RIS on all legal matters including data privacy, AI, and software commercialization.
- Draft and negotiate complex agreements, including IT licenses, R&D, and strategic partnerships involving intricate data security and AI questions.
- Lead legal coordination for digital and IT projects, ensuring compliance with global data privacy and cybersecurity standards.
- Develop and implement legal strategies and data privacy policies for Roche Diagnostics businesses in collaboration with senior leadership.
- Educate and train global teams on emerging legal topics, including IT law and AI regulations.
- Support the broader DDP Legal Function as an active member, influencing group-wide legal standards for digital health.
Who You Are
You are a proactive legal professional with a strong affinity for information technology and the ability to translate complex technical issues, such as AI and cloud solutions, into sound legal advice. You possess strong business acumen, are results-oriented, and enjoy working across cultures in a multinational environment. On top of that, you bring the following qualifications:
- A University Law degree and bar admission to practice law in your relevant jurisdiction.
- A Minimum of 5 years of experience within a multinational legal department and/or an international law firm.
- Expertise in digital, AI, IT, and IP law, including contract drafting and negotiation.
- Expert knowledge of US data privacy matters including HIPAA, CCPA, and IT laws (Good knowledge of EU data privacy is a plus).
- A Collaborative mindset and a willingness to travel abroad to support our global mission.
This position is based in Indianapolis.
Requirements
- A University Law degree and bar admission to practice law in your relevant jurisdiction.
- A Minimum of 5 years of experience within a multinational legal department and/or an international law firm.
- Expertise in digital, AI, IT, and IP law, including contract drafting and negotiation.
- Expert knowledge of US data privacy matters including HIPAA, CCPA, and IT laws.
- A Collaborative mindset and a willingness to travel abroad to support our global mission.
Benefits
- Discretionary annual bonus
Company overview
Roche is a Swiss multinational healthcare company and a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics, founded in 1896 and headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. As the world's largest biotech company and the fifth-largest pharmaceutical company by revenue, Roche operates through two primary divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. The company is renowned for its leadership in personalized healthcare, combining strengths in both drug development and diagnostic testing to deliver tailored treatments for patients. Roche maintains a strong focus on oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology, and central nervous system disorders, with a portfolio that includes over 30 medicines on the World Health Organization's Model Lists of Essential Medicines. The company owns significant subsidiaries including Genentech, Chugai Pharmaceuticals, Ventana Medical Systems, and Foundation Medicine. With approximately 103,000 employees worldwide and operations in over 100 countries, Roche has established itself as a leader in cancer treatments globally while maintaining a robust pipeline of innovative therapies and diagnostic solutions. The company's commitment to sustainability has been recognized through ten consecutive years as Group Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences Industry.