Associate General Counsel, Corporate & Transactions

Associate General Counsel, Corporate & TransactionsAssociate General Counsel, Corporate & Transactions2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Collegium Pharmaceutical is building a leading, diversified biopharmaceutical company committed to improving the lives of people living with serious medical conditions. We have a leading portfolio of responsible pain management and neuropsychiatry medications.Hybrid: Required to be onsite in Stoughton, MA on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Position OverviewThe Associate General Counsel, Corporate & Transactions is a key member of the Collegium Legal & Compliance department responsible for leading the legal strategy for business development transactions and assisting with public securities and corporate governance matters. The role is highly cross-functional and is responsible for collaborating with General Counsel and other stakeholders to significantly influence the company’s growth strategy by advising leaders within the organization on a variety of corporate transactions, corporate governance, public company securities compliance, and general corporate and contract legal matters. The ideal candidate will bring a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. The Associate General Counsel will serve as a trusted business advisor, identifying and resolving complex legal issues in our business development and growth strategy.ResponsibilitiesLead the legal aspects of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, asset purchases, joint ventures, and strategic collaborations, in collaboration with the General Counsel, and manage outside counsel on respective mattersRegularly engage in due diligence, drafting and negotiation of term sheets and definitive agreements, and post-closing integration mattersPartner closely and advise cross-functional teams (Business Development, Finance, HR, Regulatory, etc.) to align legal strategy with business objectivesDraft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts in partnership with key stakeholders and external parties (including outside counsel) as necessaryProvide legal support for SEC and Nasdaq compliance, including annual and quarterly filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements)Provide legal support relating to insider trading compliance, Section 16 filings, 10b5-1 plans and equity compensation mattersProvide legal support relating to the company’s credit facilityPrepare and assist with preparation of communications and updates for Executive Committee and Board of Directors regarding status of legal matters as neededAdvise on dispute resolution relating to the company’s significant business and contractual relationships as neededAdvise on governance best practices, including monitoring corporate governance trends and regulatory requirementsAssist with corporate secretarial matters, entity governance and subsidiary managementAdvise on legal risks and opportunities related to corporate structure and operationsDevelop and improve internal processes, policies, and templates to support business efficiency and legal complianceRequired Leadership BehaviorsLeadership Behaviors are a core set of behaviors that vary based on Level in the organization. We have categorized these under Head, Heart, and Guts.HeadKnow our BusinessThink CriticallyDecideExecuteHeartCollaborateDevelopCommunicateEmbrace AuthenticityGutsBe DisruptiveInnovateEvolveBe TenaciousQualificationsBachelors and JD degree required10+ years of legal experience, with at least 3 years at a top law firm; in-house experience at a public life sciences or pharmaceutical company strongly preferredSignificant experience managing M&A and other strategic transactionsFamiliarity with public company governance and securities laws (’34 Act)Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skillsDemonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound legal and business judgment in a fast-paced environmentExperience with acquisition-driven growth models or smaller-cap public companiesComfortable handling both high-level strategic matters and hands-on executionFlexible, solutions-oriented, and able to prioritize effectively across a wide range of issuesPay Range$280,000 - $297,000 USDCollegium is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Collegium, in all of its relations with its employees and applicants for employment, to base all employment-related decisions upon valid job-related factors, without regard to age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to hiring, training, promotion, compensation, disciplinary measures, access to facilities and programs, and all other personnel actions and conditions of employment. By this policy, Collegium seeks to ensure that all employees have the opportunity to make their maximum contribution to Collegium and to their own career goals. This policy provides for an equal employment opportunity program that will simultaneously serve the requirements of society, the law, sound business practices and individual dignity.If you have questions or concerns about equal employment opportunities in the workplace, you are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of the Head of Human Resources. We will not allow any form of retaliation against employees who raise issues of equal employment opportunity. 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Created: 2025-09-17