Legal Counsel, Commercial Transactions

ICU Medical

. Serve as the secondary legal counsel for the company .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesJunior💰 $120,000 - $172,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing legal counsel within the medical device industry, focusing on contract negotiation, compliance with healthcare regulations, and strategic business support. Possesses strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage legal risks while aligning with corporate objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

JD And Current License To Practice LawExperience In Medical Device IndustryContract Drafting And NegotiationLegal Compliance And Risk ManagementStrong Negotiation And Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingLegal ResearchRegulatory ComplianceCommercial ContractsLegal Strategy ExecutionContract Template DevelopmentCustomer LicensingCorporate Entity LicensingDispute ManagementFinancial Acumen

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailProfessional Ethics And IntegrityAbility To Anticipate Legal IssuesAbility To Thrive In Fast-Paced Environment

Certifications & Qualifications

JDCurrent License To Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Medical Device IndustryPharmaceutical IndustryHealthcare RegulationsCommercial LawsCorporate Interests

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the secondary legal counsel for the company
Provide legal advice and guidance on commercial matters in the medical device industry
Protect, preserve, and represent corporate interests under direction of the Associate General Counsel
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts
Partner with business teams to support strategic initiatives while ensuring legal compliance
Ensure contracts reflect business objectives while minimizing legal and financial risk
Develop and maintain contract templates and standards
Consult and advise on contractual rights, customer licensing, corporate entity licensing, and regulatory matters
Conduct legal research to support business decisions and guard the company against legal risks
Keep abreast of legislative changes and ensure compliance with applicable healthcare, regulatory, and commercial laws
Support internal stakeholders in managing disputes and escalations
Participate in business development strategies for North and South America
Work on special projects as they arise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be at least 18 years of age
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required
JD and current license to practice law required
1-5 years of experience in a legal role
Experience in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or similarly regulated industry preferred
Understanding of how legal issues affect organizations
Ability to execute legal strategies and objectives
Well-versed in business operations with strong financial acumen
High degree of professional ethics and integrity
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Strong technical skills
Ability to anticipate legal issues or risks
Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced, rapid growth environment
Typically requires travel 5-20% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous 401(k) match
Annual Incentive Plan for eligible roles
Wide range of benefit options at affordable rates
Paid Time Off
Company Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement