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Novartis

Senior Legal Counsel – Core Legal (Legal Innovation Hub)

LocationHyderabad (Office)
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
DepartmentLegal
Company size10,000+ people
First seen1w ago
Last seen5h ago
Band
Level 4
Job Description Summary
#LI-Hybrid
Location: Hyderabad, India
What if you could shape the future of legal innovation at scale? As a Senior Legal Counsel within our Legal Innovation Hub, you will be at the forefront of transforming how legal advice and services are delivered—combining deep legal expertise with cutting-edge technology like Generative AI. You’ll lead high-impact, global initiatives across procurement, clinical, commercial, and business development, driving smarter, faster, scalable, and more consistent legal solutions. This is a unique opportunity to partner with senior stakeholders, influence strategy, and redefine legal function in a truly global environment.
Job Description
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
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Lead drafting and negotiation of complex contracts across procurement, clinical, commercial, and business development domains
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Design tailored contractual solutions while proactively identifying and mitigating legal and compliance risks
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Resolve disputes through innovative, business-aligned legal strategies
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Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and knowledge repositories for global use
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Champion adoption and implementation of Generative AI and multiple legal technology to transform legal function
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Advise on legal implications, quality, risks, and governance of advanced technology solutions in regulated environments
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Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and mentor teams to build strong legal and innovation capabilities
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Drive process excellence through automation, continuous improvement, and performance reporting
Essential Requirements
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Degree or postgraduate qualification in Law
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Extensive experience in legal advisory, contract negotiation, and contract lifecycle management
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Strong expertise in legal technology, including Generative Artificial Intelligence and digital legal tools
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Proven ability to manage global stakeholders and influence senior cross-functional partners
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Advanced drafting, negotiation, and dispute resolution capabilities in complex environments
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Strong project management, analytical thinking, and ability to deliver innovative, practical legal solutions
Desirable Requirements
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Experience in highly regulated industries such as life sciences, pharmaceuticals, or clinical research
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Project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Lean Six Sigma
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Skills Desired
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