Job Description

Job Description

We partner with the business to ensure we maintain our companys values and high ethical standards, comply with the law, protect our people and enhance our reputation. We strive to foster an environment that is inspiring, supportive and diverse.

Reporting to: ED, Litigation and Investigations

Position Responsibilities:

* Successful candidates will oversee a portfolio comprised of product liability, employment, corporate and commercial litigations, including claims of breach of contract, breach of duty, consumer and other fraud, as well as various business torts.

* The candidate will also provide general litigation advice on antitrust/competition related claims, acquisition, merger and dissolution disputes, risk reduction and litigation prevention.

Education Minimum Requirement:

* JD Degree

Expertise / Skillset:

* Seven (7) or more years of relevant experience in investigations and/ or litigation in a government, law firm, or corporate setting; superior ability to analyze complex legal, business issues

* Outstanding writing and communication skills, a teamwork-oriented attitude, strong initiative and a proven ability to effectively manage outside counsel effectively and efficiently, consistent with applicable budgets

* Demonstrated ability to evaluate risks and exercise excellent legal judgment

* Must be team-oriented and have ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a solution-oriented approach to legal issues

* Maintain up-to-date understanding of litigation and the law applicable to same and proactively counsel business on legal developments potentially effecting companys legal and reputational status

* Experience managing a significant workload, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast paced and challenging environment.

NEWCO

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US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

If you need an accommodation for the application process please email us at staffingaadar@msd.com
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We are an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Number of Openings:

1
Requisition ID:R94184