Senior Director, Assistant General Counsel (Indianapolis)

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Director Assistant General Counsel to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This role will provide business‑aligned guidance focused on governance, compliance, and operational risk management. You will partner with leaders, compliance stakeholders, and cross‑functional teams to translate complex issues into practical recommendations. The position offers the opportunity to strengthen responsible execution, improve decision‑making, and support sustainable growth within a life sciences environment.

Location: Indianapolis, IN - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $232,000 – $290,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel across a variety of legal, compliance, and business challenges
• Lead the Company's labor and employment and commercial contracting functions
• Manage employment litigation and outside counsel globally
• Advise on complex contractual issues and negotiate various agreements
• Oversee the company's compliance and ethics program, ensuring adherence to regulations
• Develop talent within the Legal Department and foster a culture of accountability
• Optimize legal workflows and resource allocation for improved service delivery

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA‑accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• 10+ years of progressive legal experience in corporate legal department or top‑tier law firm
• Significant labor and employment law experience, particularly with compliance and litigation
• Experience supervising outside counsel and managing legal budgets
• Strong communication skills for translating complex legal issues into business terms
• Ability to manage a high volume of diverse legal matters efficiently

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape legal strategy in a global public company
• Lead critical aspects of labor, employment, and compliance functions
• Develop a high‑performing legal team through mentorship and talent management
• Work in a collaborative, responsive, and innovative legal environment
• Engage in significant executive‑level decision‑making processes
• Exposure to a wide range of legal, compliance, and governance issues
• Hybrid work model with four onsite days per week

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.