Senior Corporate Counsel, Manufacturing And Site Operations Law Group

7+ years

$198,500 - $368,600

South San Francisco United States

10 Feb. 13, 2025

Job Description

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Senior Corporate Counsel, Manufacturing and Site Operations Law Group

📍 Location: South San Francisco, California, United States
📂 Category: Legal
📌 Job ID: 202411-128835

Position Overview

Genentech’s Corporate Law team is hiring a Senior Corporate Counsel for its Manufacturing and Site Operations Law Group (MSOLG), reporting to the Senior Director. This role involves providing legal counsel for Genentech and Roche U.S. Pharma-affiliated sites, including:

Pharma Technical Operations
Site Services
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
Security, Real Estate/Planning
Research and other site organizations

🔹 Onsite Requirement: Minimum 3 days per week at the South San Francisco campus.
🔹 Relocation Benefits: Not available
🔹 Remote Work: Not suitable for a fully remote arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

✅ Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Compliance & Enforcement

Provide legal counsel on federal, California, and local EHS laws and regulations (hazardous waste, air emissions, wastewater, stormwater, process safety, occupational safety, sustainability).
Manage state and federal Superfund sites and site remediation strategies.
Handle environmental due diligence for site acquisitions, development, and divestitures.

✅ Regulatory & Compliance Support

Advise on Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act manufacturing compliance, including cGMP and quality system requirements.
Provide guidance on IACUC and USDA regulatory matters.
Counsel on DEA licensing and enforcement.

✅ Transactional & Contractual Support

Assist with manufacturing supply agreements and other related contracts.
Partner with internal stakeholders to negotiate EHS-related provisions in transactional documents.
Provide legal support on land use and construction matters.

✅ International Trade & Compliance

Provide legal guidance on international trade laws and compliance.

✅ Managing External Counsel

Oversee and collaborate with outside counsel for specialized legal matters.

General Competencies

✔ Independent & Proactive: Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced global environment.
✔ Strategic & Influential: Trusted advisor to business leaders, offering practical legal solutions.
✔ Collaborative & Communicative: Clear communication across all organizational levels and cross-functional teams.
✔ Growth-Oriented & Adaptive: Open to new challenges, willing to learn from others.
✔ Diversity & Inclusion Advocate: Supports a culture of equity, inclusion, and community engagement.
✔ Legal Expertise & Industry Knowledge: Keeps up-to-date with regulatory changes and participates in company initiatives.

Qualifications

🎓 Education & Licensure:

J.D. degree from a U.S. law school.
Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state (eligible for CA Registered In-House Counsel program).

📌 Experience:

7+ years of experience in EHS or manufacturing-related legal roles (preferably in pharma/biotech).
Prior experience with FDA/cGMP compliance (preferred but not required).
Expertise in EHS regulatory compliance and industrial site operations.
Strong contract negotiation and problem-solving skills.
Ability to influence without authority and present complex legal issues to senior leadership.

Compensation & Benefits

💰 Salary Range: $198,500 - $368,600 (based on location & experience)
🎯 Annual Bonus: Discretionary, based on individual and company performance
📋 Comprehensive Benefits: Details available here

About Genentech

🔹 Member of Roche Group – Leader in biotechnology for over 40 years.
🔹 Develops life-saving therapies for cancer & serious illnesses.
🔹 Committed to Diversity & Inclusion – fosters equitable workplace culture.
🔹 Equal Opportunity Employer – No discrimination based on race, gender, disability, or veteran status.

📌 Need Accommodations? Submit a request via the Accommodations for Applicants form.

👉 Interested? Apply Today!

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Senior Corporate Counsel, Manufacturing And Site Operations Law Group

Job Description

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

General Competencies

Qualifications

Compensation & Benefits

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