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Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel to clients throughout the organization on a variety of matters, including product liability, commercial litigation, and governmental investigations, from the claim stage to litigation and settlement
• Provide advice and counsel to businesses concerning litigation risk and how to mitigate that risk
• Provide a detailed understanding of the budgeting process and active management of legal spend on matters
• Partner with and manage outside counsel on matter management, strategy, and legal spend/budgets
• Work with the team on the Company’s eDiscovery program
• Ensure high quality legal advice is provided to business clients; proactively identify trends (legal/business); participate as a strategic partner with client groups and stakeholders
• Maintain knowledge of applicable law and regulation changes and enforcement actions to maintain the highest level of expertise
• Proactively advise on legal risks related to business activities, develop solutions to mitigate risk and influence key business leaders
• Support litigation due diligence for new business and product acquisitions.
• Provide day to day legal advice and oversight to a variety of constituents including management, customers, and governmental officials on a range of litigated matters
• Understand and be able to translate into “plain English” the legal ramifications of decisions and clearly and succinctly articulate the risks
• Support the Company by developing procedures, policies, and training programs to ensure that best practices are reflected in the Company’s business activities

Education:

• Law degree with strong academic credentials from an accredited law school and an undergraduate degree from a college or university of recognized standing
• Licensed in good standing to practice law in at least one state and one federal jurisdiction within the United States without any instances of suspension, revocation, censure or other adverse events in any jurisdiction, whether or not the candidate is currently admitted to practice in that jurisdiction

Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of relevant experience, including in the areas of product liability litigation, government investigations/qui tam actions, and/or medical devices
• Admission to practice law in New Jersey; in-house limited license permitted
• Partner level or its equivalent demonstrating a superior ability to lead through influence and navigate high stakes situations and negotiations
• A commercially oriented attorney who understands the nuances of legal and business issues and is well able to think creatively to mitigate risk while supporting business objectives
• Superior writing skills with an ability to present nuanced, complicated, and content rich issues

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

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