Job Role: Assistant Legal Counsel
Location: Mumbai, India
Employment Type: Full-Time | Department: Legal & Compliance
Job Category: Legal – Law Business Partner | People Leader Role
Key Responsibilities
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Provide strategic legal advice to Johnson & Johnson Medical India (JJMI), particularly in litigation management and public tender support.
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Draft and review various legal agreements including those related to property, distribution, sponsorships, consultancy, outsourcing, and product licensing.
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Support the Legal Director on compliance with applicable healthcare regulations and internal policies.
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Collaborate with the Country Lead Counsel on developing and implementing risk management strategies, training, and preventative measures.
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Handle legal matters for multiple business functions including HR, Sales, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, and Communications.
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Oversee dispute resolution and litigation for business operations as assigned.
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Provide guidance on corporate policies such as the Code of Business Conduct, FCPA, Corporate Integrity Agreements, and Health Care Compliance standards.
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Facilitate cross-functional legal collaboration with local, regional, and global teams.
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Review and approve promotional materials and digital initiatives for regulatory compliance.
Qualifications
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LL.B. or LL.M. from a reputable Indian law school or university.
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3–5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in litigation is essential.
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Strong command of written and spoken English.
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Prior in-house legal experience in the healthcare or multinational corporate sector is preferred.
Desired Skills and Attributes
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Strong legal judgment with ethical decision-making aligned to J&J’s Credo.
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Comfortable working in collaborative, multicultural, and matrixed environments.
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Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and business leaders.
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Adaptability to changing legal landscapes and business needs.
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Demonstrated ability to lead by example and uphold high compliance standards.
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Self-driven and proactive in offering business-oriented legal solutions.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected status.
Learn more at www.jnj.com.
