Senior Legal Counsel - Lead Lawyer GI (m/w/d)

The Position
Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health is a global leader in the animal health industry and delivers first-in-class innovation for the prediction, prevention, and treatment of diseases in animals. For veterinarians, pet owners, farmers, and governments in more than 150 countries, we offer a large and innovative portfolio of products and services to improve the health and well-being of companion animals and livestock.
We are currently seeking candidates interested in an engaging global opportunity within Global Legal Animal Health.
The position of Senior Legal Counsel Animal Health Global Innovation will involve providing comprehensive legal advice to the Animal Health (AH) Business Unit on business development and licensing initiatives, as well as supporting research, development, and clinical functions within the Global Innovation division. This role is based in Ingelheim.
We welcome your interest in joining our team.
Tasks & responsibilities

• In this capacity, you will act as the strategic legal partner to the AH Global Innovation division and serve as the primary contact for the Head of AH Global Innovation and members of the Global Innovation leadership team, including the Head of AH Business Development and Licensing.
• As a member of both the AH Business Development Committee and the extended AH Global Innovation leadership team, you will provide strategic legal counsel on projects with a global impact. The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional leaders and international legal colleagues.
• Key responsibilities include drafting, negotiating, and managing a wide array of contracts such as licensing agreements, strategic alliances, collaborations with academic institutions and research organizations, and complex agreements supporting the AH development and clinical divisions.
• You will work in conjunction with a global network of lawyers and patent attorneys, supporting innovation teams across Germany, France, and the United States.
• Your innovative approach and creative problem-solving will support the business in navigating new challenges and leveraging opportunities while addressing risks appropriately.
• As a dedicated legal professional, you will monitor developments in local and international laws and regulations to anticipate relevant legal trends and develop strategies that provide a competitive advantage.

Requirements

• Fully qualified lawyer
• Long-term relevant legal experience and in-depth knowledge, ideally in the pharma and/or animal health industry
• Expertise in drafting and negotiating complex agreements in an international environment in the area of business development, licensing, research-, development services and collaborations and clinical operations
• In-depth knowledge of international contract law, IP law and relevant commercial law including healthcare law as well as basic understanding of competition law
• Business partner oriented, proactive, and outcome-driven mindset with a strong ability to build professional relations at all levels of the business
• Curious and highly committed team player with a strong analytical, strategic, and creative mind and effective influencing and communication skills
• Excellent judgment on legal and compliance risks and business opportunities
• Business proficiency in written and spoken English

Ready to contact us?
If you have any questions about the job posting or process - please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330 or via mail: hr.de@boehringer-ingelheim.com
Recruitment process:
Step 1: Online application - The job posting is presumably online until 13.11.2025. We reserve the right to take the posting offline beforehand. Applications up to 30.10.2025 are guaranteed to be considered.
Step 2: Virtual meeting from 10.11.2025
Step 3: On-site interviews from the end of November
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