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Hello. We’re Haleon. A new world-leading consumer health company. Shaped by all who join us. Together, we’re improving everyday health for billions of people. By growing and innovating our global portfolio of category-leading brands – including Sensodyne, Advil, Tums, Flonase, Robitussin, Excedrin, Theraflu, and Centrum – through a unique combination of deep human understanding and trusted science. What’s more, we’re achieving it in a company that we’re in control of. In an environment that we’re co-creating. And a culture that’s uniquely ours. Care to join us. It isn’t a question.
With category leading brands built on trusted science and human understanding, and combined with our passion, knowledge and expertise, we’re uniquely placed to do this and to grow a strong, successful business.
This is an exciting time to join us and help shape the future. It’s an opportunity to be part of something special.
About the role
The Senior Counsel will join a small, dedicated legal team servicing Haleon’s US business, a leader in the development, manufacturing and marketing of over-the-counter (OTC) healthcare products. In this role, the Senior Counsel will serve as product counsel for several Haleon products and will handle a wide range of significant legal issues affecting various aspects of the business, including: advertising, marketing, trademarks and related IP issues, sales, regulatory, compliance, public affairs, corporate communications, litigation, and business transactions. The Senior Counsel will report to, and work closely with, the Head of Legal for North America, and will have substantial interaction with key leaders throughout the global Haleon business. The Senior Counsel will partner with colleagues throughout the Haleon Legal Compliance & Company Secretariat department to bring broad expertise and support as required to help Haleon accomplish its business objectives. This role provides significant opportunities for career development both within the Haleon US legal team and throughout the broader Haleon Legal department.
Role Responsibilities
Serve as the functional US general counsel for assigned Haleon products:
Represent Legal on several cross-functional teams and committees
Review and advise on advertising claims, copy, trademarks and related IP issues, labelling and other promotional materials
Initiate and defend advertising claim challenges against competitors at industry self-regulatory body and in other forums
Advise business on advertising and marketing matters involving the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and state attorneys general
Counsel business teams on digital and other social media initiatives
Address various sales issues and support interactions with retailer customers
Support commercial development activities advancing Haleon’s strategic interests:
Understand the strategic and tactical objectives of US Haleon business teams, and collaborate to develop solutions consistent with legal and regulatory parameters as well as Haleon policies and procedures
Advise business teams on prospective new products
Negotiate and draft commercial agreements
Support new product launch activities
Represent Haleon at industry trade association meetings on various law and policy issues impacting the business.
Engage with colleagues throughout the Haleon Legal department to bring specialized expertise to address Haleon legal matters, share best practices and important Haleon-related developments with the Legal department, and help advance Legal department objectives.
Why you?
Basic Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have the following qualifications, skills and attributes:
Strong academic background, Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctorate or equivalent law degree
5+ years legal experience in one or more of the following substantive areas: Trademarks, Litigation, Advertising/Marketing, Regulatory, Corporate Transactions, Consumer Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals and/or Consumer Packaged Goods (science background helpful but not required)
3+ years experience in providing legal counsel and guidance on Trademark and Copyright matters
Must be licensed to practice as an attorney in the US
Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new legal concepts quickly, proactively identify issues, and succeed in developing solutions in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills, including careful listening to facilitate understanding of business needs, and the ability to translate complex legal considerations into practical business advice
Track record of accountability and sound judgment, including ability and willingness to take ownership of projects, prioritize and resolve issues, and obtain business results
Strong negotiation and drafting skills
Detail-oriented yet pragmatic approach to problem-solving
High energy and motivation to learn new areas, stay current with relevant legal developments, influence leadership, and contribute to the success of the business and the Legal Compliance & Company Secretariat department
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in consumer healthcare or fast-moving consumer goods industry
Deep experience in trademarks and related IP issues
Location: This role is hybrid based in Warren, NJ with in-office expectations of 2-3 days per week
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Haleon offers a robust Total Reward package that consists of competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program. This includes a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement and time off programs including 6 months paid parental leave. On day one, you are eligible for benefits, including our healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical coverage for you and your family. We also offer the opportunity to receive a discretionary bonus based on the achievement of key business performance and other incentive/recognition programs as part of the offering. The salary range for this role is: $149,270 - $205,245 plus an 18% bonus.
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At Haleon we embrace our diverse workforce by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates our unique perspectives, generates curiosity to create unmatched understanding of each other, and promotes fair and equitable outcomes for everyone. We're striving to create a climate where we celebrate our diversity in all forms by treating each other with respect, listening to different viewpoints, supporting our communities, and creating a workplace where your authentic self belongs and thrives. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.
As you apply, we will ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. We want to have an opportunity to consider a diverse pool of qualified candidates and this information will assist us in meeting that objective and in understanding how well we are doing against our inclusion and diversity ambitions. We would really appreciate it if you could take a few moments to complete it. Rest assured, Hiring Managers do not have access to this information and we will treat your information confidentially.
Haleon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in the US, we adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, Haleon may be required to capture and report expenses Haleon incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure Haleon’s compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements.
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Haleon offers a robust Total Reward package that consists of competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program. This includes a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement and time off programs including 6 months paid parental leave. On day one, you are eligible for benefits, including our healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical coverage for you and your family. We also offer the opportunity to receive a discretionary bonus based on the achievement of key business performance and other incentive/recognition programs as part of the offering.
- $149,270 - $205,245
