Sr. Manager, Legal Counsel - US Manufacturing

Alcon is hiring a mid‑level transactional lawyer to serve as the primary legal partner for its Manufacturing & Technical Operations (MTO) sites across the United States. The position will be based in Fort Worth, TX and will be empowered to advise and manage a broad range of legal matters for regional manufacturing, supply‑chain, procurement, quality, and operations teams. Responsibilities Provide primary legal support for U.S. MTO operations, including manufacturing sites, procurement teams, and quality and technical functions. Draft, negotiate, and manage regional commercial agreements (supply, manufacturing, quality, service, technology transfer). Lead legal management of supplier issues, including performance challenges, risk assessments, disputes, and escalation strategies in partnership with the Global MTO Legal Head. Support site operational needs such as manufacturing‑related leases, facilities agreements, equipment procurement, engineering, and automation initiatives. Serve as a key legal partner across functions—including Procurement, Quality, Operations, Regulatory, Compliance, HR, Tax, Finance, and global legal teams—to ensure consistent global standards and strategic alignment. Advise on compliance and regulatory matters related to manufacturing (anti‑bribery, third‑party due diligence, privacy, HSE). Coordinate with external counsel on contractual and local matters. Manage or support litigation, investigations, and regulatory inquiries affecting U.S.‑based operations in partnership with the Global MTO Legal Head and global litigation teams. Contribute to global and regional strategic initiatives, including footprint optimization, new product launches, supply resilience, process improvements, template harmonization, and knowledge sharing. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (e.g., high school +15 years; associate +11 years; M.S. +4 years; Ph.D. +3 years). Fluent proficiency in English for reading, writing, and communication. 7+ years of relevant experience in commercial, manufacturing, supply chain, or regulatory law within a highly regulated environment. Law degree (JD) with excellent academic credentials, active legal license and bar admission in a U.S. jurisdiction. Strong drafting and negotiation expertise with complex commercial, supply, technology‑transfer, and manufacturing agreements. Experience supporting manufacturing operations, supplier performance, or multijurisdictional operational activities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a collegial, fast‑paced team environment. Proactive, solution‑oriented approach to resolving issues. Excellent business judgment and strategic thinking. Comfort advising and interacting with senior executives and business unit leaders. Agility in managing multiple projects efficiently and timely. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail. Familiarity with contract lifecycle management tools and global legal templates/processes. Experience managing external counsel across multiple countries. Active legal licence or certification required to practice in the applicable jurisdiction. Benefits & Travel Health, life, retirement benefits, flexible time off. Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally. Relocation assistance. ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY. Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and offers reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr