Senior Legal Counsel, NAReports to: VP, Legal North AmericaLocation: Work remotelyThe Legal Counsel - Pharma NA serves as a trusted legal advisor to Aptar Pharma, providing practical, business-focused legal support to commercial, operational, innovation, and regulatory teams. This role partners closely with business leaders to enable growth, manage risk, ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and support customer-focused solutions across the pharmaceutical packaging and drug delivery business.
The position requires a strategic thinker with strong knowledge of commercial contracting, regulatory frameworks impacting the pharmaceutical industry, risk management, and business partnership within a global manufacturing environment. The role requires the ability to manage complex legal matters while enabling business growth and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
As Senior Legal Counsel for Pharma, You Will:Legal Business PartnershipServe as primary legal support for designated Pharma business teams. Provide practical legal advice to support strategic and operational objectives. Partner with commercial, operations, procurement, quality, regulatory, innovation, and supply chain teams. Translate legal risks into clear business recommendations.
Commercial Contracting- Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret:
- Confidentiality agreements
- Development and collaboration agreements
- Vendor and service contracts
- Support contract standardization and process improvements.
Regulatory & Compliance Support- Advise on legal issues related to pharmaceutical packaging, drug delivery systems, and healthcare regulations.
- Support compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Assist with implementation of company policies, governance requirements, and compliance initiatives.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the Pharma business.
Risk Management- Identify legal, regulatory, commercial, and operational risks.
- Develop practical mitigation strategies.
- Support dispute prevention and resolution activities.
- Coordinate with external counsel when appropriate.
Innovation & Strategic Projects- Support new product development initiatives.
- Provide legal guidance for innovation, technology, and strategic partnerships.
- Participate in acquisitions, integrations, and other corporate projects as needed.
- Assist in protecting the company's intellectual property and confidential information.
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Work closely with Legal Centers of Excellence, including IP, Compliance, Privacy, Employment, and Corporate teams.
- Deliver legal training and awareness programs for business stakeholders.
- Foster a proactive, risk-aware culture
Who We are Looking ForQualifications:- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 6-10 years of relevant legal experience, including in-house counsel or law firm experience supporting pharmaceutical, medical device, healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, or highly regulated industries preferred.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical and healthcare regulatory environments.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
- High integrity, sound judgment, and a collaborative mindset.
With manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, and a dedicated team of over 13,000 employees in about 20 countries, Aptar is committed to creating impactful innovations for our customers and their consumers.
How We Support Our Employees- An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
- Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
- Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
- Contribute to the communities where we reside.
- Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401k & Retirement Savings plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $194,000 - $263,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Aptar also offers a variety of benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) match and employer retirement savings contribution, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, company-paid holidays, and more. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on location, pay class, or other factors
