Division Counsel

Leesburg, VA

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.

The Division Counsel, Spine, is primarily responsible for proactively handling a broad range of legal and compliance matters associated with the Core Spine and Enabling Technology business units within the global Spine division, including working closely with business unit leadership, functional partners, and outside counsel on a variety of critical matters for the division.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Bring a solutions-oriented approach to solving complex issues, prioritizing multiple workstreams, and coordinating across functional groups to advance business objectives, resolve disputes and promote the growth of the division
Provide analysis and timely counsel on legal, regulatory and compliance issues, including with respect to litigation, medical device regulations, intellectual property, employment, mergers and acquisitions, data privacy, competition law, AdvaMed, anti-kickback, FCPA and other anti-corruption laws
Independently draft, review, negotiate and advise on a variety of agreements (e.g., sales, services, supply, distribution, consulting, clinical study, non-disclosure, employment, and other commercial arrangements)
Analyze and provide clear and concise guidance on laws, rules, regulations, and Stryker policies as necessary, including with respect to the company’s interactions with healthcare professionals
Collaborate with lawyers and other professionals from Stryker’s Centers of Expertise to manage a variety of significant matters (e.g., strategic contracting, data privacy and security, intellectual property, litigation, employment, and regulatory matters)
Assist in managing litigation and pre-litigation disputes with support from the in-house legal team and outside counsel
Review marketing, promotional and scientific activities and related materials for compliance with Stryker policies and applicable laws and regulations
Seek to streamline and continuously improve legal and compliance services across the organization
Partner closely with the compliance team to assist in managing a robust compliance program to address key risks
Provide in-house training and education to business stakeholders to enhance awareness and understanding of applicable laws, regulations and Stryker policies

Education & Special Trainings:

Juris Doctorate (J.D.) with strong academic record
Admitted to the bar of at least one state

Qualifications & Experience:

Five years or more of applicable professional experience, preferably with increasing levels of responsibility; prior in-house experience is valuable but not required
Strong judgment, communication skills, professional demeanor and business acumen
Ability to work effectively across functions (e.g., regulatory, finance, human resources, operations, supply chain, manufacturing, R&D, sales and marketing), Stryker divisions, and geographies
Comfort interacting with business leadership and responding to time-sensitive inquiries on a regular basis
Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and build relationships of trust with key stakeholders
Strong analytical, drafting, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated commitment to integrity and accountability
Experience providing legal advice in a highly regulated environment preferred but not required