VP & Assistant General Counsel, WW VAP & HEOR & Global Policy & Govt Affairs

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

The VP & Assistant General Counsel, WW VAP & HEOR & Global Policy & Govt Affairs has responsibility for leading the legal support for (1) WW Value, Access & Payment & HEOR Organization (WW VAP) and (2) Global Policy & Government (GPGA) team including the US Value, Access & Payment & Field HEOR organization and US Policy and Government Affairs team. Member of the WWVAP and GPGA leaderships teams, along with peers from other functional areas. Legal point for the SVP of WW VAP and SVP of GPGA. Lead, manage and influence across the WW VAP & GPGA organizations, ensuring the provision of high-quality legal advice and a commitment to integrity, quality, compliance and ethics.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver pro-active, practical, solution-oriented advice that drives informed decision-making in support of WWVAP and GPGA strategies and execution. Strategically and proactively lead legal work with respect to all aspects of market access including but not limited to global and US coverage issues, policy work, pricing strategies, integration of 340B and patient support services.,
• Establish effective relationships and influence across the Law Department to pro-actively problem solve and ensure efficient delivery of consistent, high-quality legal advice across the WWVAP and GPGA organizations.
• Build strong relationships with diverse, global stakeholders at all levels of the organization that build trust and facilitate information sharing and collaboration.
• Maintain knowledge of policy changes globally and in the US, current litigation and business, legal and industry trends to identify and mitigate potential legal and business risks in a rapidly changing environment.
• Champion simplification and clarification of, and education on, relevant principles, policies, procedures and guidance.
• Lead, manage and effectively communicate with a diverse team of high-performing lawyers, ensuring engagement and development of their skills and capabilities.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• At least 15 years of experience working in the pharmaceutical industry or related experience is required.
• A law degree from a recognized US Law School and a license to practice law in the United States
• Knowledge of general pharmaceutical industry practices, applicable industry codes and relevant healthcare anti-kickback and bribery laws, regulatory policy and contracts is required.
• Deep knowledge of US healthcare laws as they relate to payer relationships and contracting, coverage and reimbursement, pricing strategy, price reporting obligations and patient support programs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong influential relationships across the organization, including business leadership, and within the Law Department.
• Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and succinctly, verbally and in writing.
• Experience with advising senior business leaders and advancing company initiatives as a member of cross-functional business leadership teams.
• Demonstrated ability to build high performing teams and develop individual talent.
• Excellent active listening skills.
• Open to learning and resilient.
• Experience leading and managing change.
• Superior personal integrity and ethics, including an exceptional sense of discretion.

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.

To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation. Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment. This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.

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