Job Details
Stryker
Associate Division Counsel
COVID-19 vaccination requirements
Stryker is driven to work together with our customers to make healthcare better. In order to fulfill our commitment as a federal contractor, while focusing on the health and safety of our employees and those that we serve, COVID-19 vaccines will be required for all Stryker US employees effective January 4, 2022, as well as all new US employees joining our company. Fully vaccinated persons are those who are >=14 days post-completion of the primary series of an FDA-authorized COVID-19 vaccine. If you are applying to a sales and field role which requires access to customer accounts as a function of your job, you may be required, depending on customer requirements, to obtain the COVID-19 vaccination before the January 4 effective date of Stryker's vaccine policy. For more information, please visit our COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements FAQs page.
Why join Stryker?
We are proud to be named one the World’s Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine! Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.com
Our benefits include bonuses; commissions; healthcare; insurance benefits; retirement programs; stock based plans; paid time off plans; family and parenting leaves; tuition reimbursement; wellness programs; onsite fitness centers and cafeterias; discount purchase programs; and service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities.
Who we want:
Collaborative Partners. People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, data and insights to drive continuous improvement in functions.
Business-oriented evaluators. People who effectively interpret information to demonstrate the effects of business initiatives, regulation and industry trends for sales, management and leadership teams.
Effective communicators. People who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders, senior management, and their teams.
Network builders. People who build connections with other teams and divisions and coordinate cross-functional collaboration.
What you will do:
The Associate Division Counsel serves as the legal resource for the Communications Business Unit of the Endoscopy Division. The role is responsible for (i) providing leadership as a member of the senior staff; (ii) providing accurate and timely legal advice to business leadership and to functional areas on a broad range of matters; and (iii) reinforcing compliance efforts to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations, and Stryker policies.
Responsible for providing legal advice related to multiple issues affecting the Stryker Communications business unit, and making decisions related to legal matters which have a large financial impact on the business unit and company.
Independently draft, review, negotiate and advise on various types of commercial contracts, including but not limited to Sales, Services, Construction, Software, Repair, Product Development, Supply, Non-Disclosure.
Partner with Compliance to advice on compliance issues, to include matters related to interactions with healthcare professionals, AdvaMed, indirect channels, investigations, ethics and code of conduct violations, company policy infractions, US anti-kickback law, FCPA and other anti-corruption laws.
Following and implementing internal processes.
Assist in managing dispute resolution, including litigation.
Provide advice and legal review on all promotional materials, marketing initiatives, and co-marketing relationships.
Work closely with all functional areas of Stryker across various businesses and geographies, to include regulatory, finance, human resources, operations, supply chain, manufacturing, R&D, sales and marketing.
Work with other Legal Centers of Expertise on issues that arise to effectively support the business.
Address other requests for legal support and advice as required and appropriate.
What you need:
Law degree and admission to practice law
Minimum of 3 years of related experience, to include in-house, preferably as a member of a leadership team, or as part of the corporate department of a reputable law firm.
Experience in commercial and compliance matters. Medical industry experience is valued.
Demonstrates good judgment, professional demeanor and business acumen.
Demonstrates ability to work effectively with colleagues in a global organization.
Embraces and supports change in a dynamic environment.
Demonstrates ability to work independently and in a team.
Reacts positively to changing needs and demands.
Possesses good analytical and drafting skills.
Experience providing legal advice in a highly regulated environment preferred.
Demonstrates a commitment to integrity and accountability.
Provides guidance and direction to others.
Possesses good communication skills and ability to convey complex legal principles clearly and concisely.
Has a basic understanding of business financials and reporting.
Possesses good organizational skills and is able to manage numerous projects and conflicting demands in a fast-paced environment.
Possesses good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels of corporate organization.
Maintains confidential information.
Demonstrates proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
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About Stryker
Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with our customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes.
We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine! Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.com