Senior Corporate Counsel, Patient Support Services, Diagnostic Testing

Sanofi

. Serve as the primary legal contact for patient support programs and diagnostic testing initiatives .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $178,500 - $257,833 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal compliance within the pharmaceutical industry, including knowledge of the Anti-Kickback Statute and False Claims Act. Proficient in drafting and negotiating contracts while providing sound legal advice aligned with business objectives.

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JDLicense To Practice Law7 Years Of Legal ExperienceContract Drafting And NegotiationKnowledge Of US Healthcare Compliance

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingContract NegotiationLegal ComplianceRegulatory AnalysisRisk MitigationPatient Support ProgramsDiagnostic TestingFDA RegulationsUS Federal And State LawsMatrix Environment Experience

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsSolution-Oriented ApproachOrganizational SkillAttention To DetailDecisiveness In Ambiguous Situations

Certifications & Qualifications

License To Practice Law In US Jurisdiction

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnologyMedical Device IndustryUS Healthcare SystemPatient AccessCompliance TrainingSanofi PoliciesCommercial PartnershipsEthics And Business IntegrityFraud And Abuse Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary legal contact for patient support programs and diagnostic testing initiatives
Liaise among business colleagues and relevant legal functions
Draft, negotiate, and finalize contracts for patient support and diagnostic testing programs
Advise business partners on the design, launch, and ongoing operation of programs
Advise on copay and patient assistance programs, risk mitigation, and customer interactions
Review external materials related to patient support and diagnostic testing programs
Collaborate with the US Privacy Office and Ethics & Business Integrity on privacy and compliance workstreams
Represent the North America Legal Department on relevant privacy workstreams
Coordinate implementation of related initiatives
Help business colleagues adhere to Sanofi policies and understand legislative, enforcement, and regulatory developments
Ensure client operations comply with applicable laws and company policies, including the Anti-Kickback Statute and other US healthcare compliance laws
Develop and conduct training for internal teams on compliance and policy development topics
Analyze initiatives, advisory board proposals, and field-based activities for fraud and abuse, FDA, and other regulatory compliance
Engage with commercial partners across sales, medical, regulatory, operations, finance, supply chain, manufacturing, pharmacovigilance, and external affairs

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD
License to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction; New Jersey or Massachusetts preferred
Minimum of 7 years of legal experience
Preferably both law firm and in-house experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry
Experience working in a matrix, international environment
Substantive working knowledge of US federal and state laws and regulations relating to the pharmaceutical industry
Knowledge of the False Claims Act, Anti-Kickback Statute, and competition laws
Strong understanding of the US healthcare system, including reimbursement and patient access
Working knowledge of the legal landscape applicable to patient support programs and diagnostic testing
Experience drafting, interpreting, and negotiating third-party contracts
Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
Ability to provide and communicate sound legal advice aligned with business needs
Ability to manage multiple subject matter issues across diverse areas
High degree of organizational skill and attention to detail
Ability to engage in proactive counseling and thoughtful risk-taking
Ability to be decisive in ambiguous situations
Ability to understand complex scenarios, propose business-oriented solutions, and communicate issues clearly
Sound judgment and commitment to ethical conduct
Strong interpersonal skills with a solution-oriented approach
Self-motivated, reliable, responsive, and accountable
Ability to manage outside counsel effectively and efficiently
Willingness to adapt responsibilities and learn new areas, including US Market Access and Product Support
Applicants must be US and Puerto Rico residents

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and wellbeing benefits
High-quality healthcare
Prevention and wellness programs
At least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave
Opportunities for career growth through promotion or lateral moves
Supportive, future-focused team
Company employee benefit programs
Additional benefits information available through the company