Corporate Counsel

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Baxter is an innovative healthcare company that is committed to saving and sustaining lives. With a rich heritage, Baxter is dedicated to advancing medical breakthroughs, developing life-saving therapies, and improving healthcare delivery. We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified legal counsel to join our team and contribute to our mission of improving people's lives.

The Counsel for Baxter in the France and Benelux Cluster (the “Company”) has primary responsibility for advice and counsel to the organization on all legal affairs of Baxter’s business segments within the Cluster including designated projects. The role reports to the Associate General Counsel responsible for Central Western Europe Clusters. The role will require a high degree of professionalism and involve interactions with high level business and functional leaders throughout Western Europe.

What you'll be doing :

• Advise the Company on corporate, commercial, M&A, regulatory, antitrust, public procurement, compliance, IP and other legal issues relating to the France and Benelux Cluster.

• Advise the Company on legal/contractual rights/responsibilities for high risk/profile contracts; drafting, reviewing, analyzing and negotiating contracts.

• Proactively identify legal risks for highest risk/profile issues and develop/approve an action plan.

• Provide counsel on a broad spectrum of business/Legal related initiatives and projects including, litigation, financing transactions, distribution projects, licensing, R&D projects, manufacturing, co-development and co-promotion transactions and other strategic alliances.

• Stay ahead of all legal, legislative, and regulatory developments, inform senior management in a timely manner and assure full compliance with new laws, regulations, or policy matters.

• Train Company on legal topics and cascade training and information throughout the organization, acting as strategic partner for the commercial, manufacturing operations and functional teams (in France and Benelux countries) to limit risk; find opportunities and suggest/implement solutions for better practices regarding structure, systems, and delivery of services.

• Establish strong relationships with internal and external constituents; responsible for relationships with law firms.

• Collaborate within Baxter Legal Function, including Ethics & Compliance and Data Privacy, to ensure efficient delivery of Legal resources.

What you'll bring :

Proficient in French and English, with EMEA language skills a plus. Strong understanding of local laws and regulations, particularly in medical devices and pharmaceuticals. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, providing practical and commercially-focused legal advice. Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. Qualified lawyer with a French law degree and postgraduate degree, admitted to practice in France. At least 6 years of experience as a legal counsel or lawyer, preferably in a multinational company or law firm.

What are some of the benefits of working at Baxter Healthcare Corporation?

We offer a competitive total compensation package, with professional development opportunities, where a high importance is placed on work-life balance!

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Baxter Healthcare Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Baxter Healthcare Corporation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

If you have the qualifications and are passionate about contributing to the success of our company, we would love to hear from you!

Reasonable Accommodations
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