Senior Counsel, US Litigation

GSK

. Execute litigation strategy across a broad portfolio of complex pharmaceutical litigation matters .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex pharmaceutical litigation, including product liability and class actions, while providing strategic legal guidance to senior leadership. Proficient in e-discovery processes and adept at fostering collaboration among stakeholders to drive effective litigation strategies.

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U.S. Juris Doctor (J.D.)Pharmaceutical Litigation ManagementE-Discovery ExpertiseStrong Negotiation SkillsLegal Advice Delivery

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Hard Skills

Litigation Strategy ExecutionDocument PreservationLegal ResearchTrial Strategy DevelopmentPleadings ManagementMotions PreparationDiscovery ManagementExpert Witness CoordinationJury ResearchSettlement Negotiation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsPersuasive AdvocacyTeamworkResilience

Certifications & Qualifications

State Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical LitigationProduct LiabilityClass ActionsGovernment InvestigationsCommercial DisputesAntitrustLegal ComplianceGlobal Legal IssuesCost Savings ManagementPreventative Legal Advice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute litigation strategy across a broad portfolio of complex pharmaceutical litigation matters
Handle product liability, class actions, government investigations, commercial disputes, antitrust, and other litigation
Focus primarily on the US litigation environment while managing matters across multiple countries
Address AI and e-discovery issues involving document preservation, collection, production, and attorney/client privilege
Assess disputes and litigation early and proactively set litigation strategy
Select, lead, and supervise outside counsel
Manage internal fact investigations, pleadings, motions, discovery, experts, witnesses, jury research, and trial strategy
Represent GSK in meetings, settlement negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations
Communicate with internal stakeholders, senior management, and Legal & Compliance functions
Build teamwork among company stakeholders in defense of litigation matters
Monitor litigation financial reserves and drive cost savings
Provide preventative legal advice and resolve disputes early
Develop creative solutions to complex legal issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Current member in good standing of a state bar
Minimum 5 years of legal experience
Prior experience managing complex pharmaceutical litigation involving US and global legal issues, regulation and policy
Proven experience delivering legal advice to support business needs
Preferred: Expertise in pharmaceutical litigation involving product liability, class actions, government investigations, commercial disputes, and antitrust
Preferred: Experience with e-discovery and AI, including document preservation, collection, production, and attorney/client privilege
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Ability to drive change and operate at a strategic management level
Strong commercial understanding and track record providing legal guidance to senior leaders
Proven problem-solving and analytical skills
Persuasive advocacy and ability to garner support and consensus
High integrity, judgment, organization, resilience, and accountability

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits program for US employees
Reasonable accommodation or other assistance available during the application process