Senior Director, Counsel, Legal TLM - Catalyze360 (...

OverviewAt Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.Lilly Catalyze360, a division of Lilly Research Laboratories, is a comprehensive approach to enabling the early-stage biotech ecosystem, agnostic of therapeutic area. The four pillars are Lilly Gateway Labs, ExploR&D, Lilly Ventures and Lilly TuneLab. Learn more about Catalyze360 at: Gateway Labs links Lilly to an entrepreneurial community fostering innovation, offering shared lab space, direct access to Lilly scientists and expertise, and collaboration opportunities on projects of mutual interest. Learn more about Lilly Gateway Labs at: is a drug development organization within Catalyze360, focused on advancing investigational medicines for external sponsors with speed and efficiency. It has supported over 90 development programs across North America, Europe, and Asia, and operates as Chorus since 2002. Learn more about ExploR&D at: Ventures builds long-term relationships with leading life science funds to gain access to emerging science, with portfolios in Therapeutics, Technology, and Impact funds. It deploys Fund partnerships and direct investments to stay connected to innovative biotech across science domains.Lilly TuneLab provides access to AI/ML tools leveraging Lilly's own drug discovery models.The successful candidate for the Senior Director, Counsel, Legal TLM - Catalyze360 (Transactions) role will be a core member of Lilly’s legal team, helping drive the company’s mission and serving as a trusted advisor and leader to the Catalyze360 team. The role offers an opportunity to contribute immediately to Lilly’s growth and success. We seek a proven leader who is motivated, proactive, thrives in ambiguity, is a self-starter and enjoys challenges.Primary ResponsibilitiesThis position will provide legal support for the Lilly Gateway Labs and ExploR&D capabilities of Catalyze360 and will have the following responsibilities:Lead the structuring, drafting, negotiating and counseling on transactions (including licenses and collaborations, R&D services, equity investments, divestitures and other transactions).Serve as both a legal and business partner in structuring and implementing new Catalyze360 offerings and transaction models.Develop agreement templates and playbooks, and lead training for the Catalyze360 team.Identify and resolve critical legal and business issues throughout the lifecycle of Catalyze360 agreements, including post-transaction alliance management support.Partner with the Catalyze360 team and other key internal stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment and growth of the Catalyze360 organization.Exercise excellent judgment to influence and drive decision-making.Cultivate and contribute to the development of a high-performance transactions legal team and foster collaboration with colleagues across the legal department and other functions.Demonstrate a service-oriented approach to advising internal client groups.Serve as a recognized source of innovative ideas in complex areas of law, business, or technology related to transactional matters.Basic RequirementsJ.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.Admitted to the bar in at least one U.S. state.Minimum of six (6) years of legal experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating sophisticated transactions, in a law firm or in-house, or a combination of both.Significant experience drafting and negotiating complex transaction agreements specific to the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry (including CRO and CDMO agreements).Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly does not sponsor visas for this role.Additional Skills/PreferencesAbility to proactively identify opportunities for creative and innovative transactional solutions and process improvements.Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong business judgment with the ability to influence others.Strong interpersonal skills to manage internal client expectations and collaborate in cross-functional teams; displays teamwork, inclusiveness, calmness, and adaptability.Professional demeanor with the gravitas to lead and influence a seasoned business team.Fast and nimble, able to adapt to different audiences and provide timely legal and business advice.Team player who is collaborative and resourceful, but also able to work independently.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to see the big picture.Ability to manage multiple projects with priorities and deadlines in a rapidly changing environment.Analytical and strategic with the ability to devise creative solutions to drive toward recommendations and closure.Impeccable integrity and ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.Assist other attorneys and stakeholders on cross-functional projects and develop long- and short-term solutions for business needs.Lead the selection and oversight of outside counsel and manage legal costs.Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities in the application process. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form: is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Current groups include Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $177,000 - $259,600. Full-time equivalent employees are eligible for a company bonus and a comprehensive benefits program, including 401(k), pension, medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, paid time off, and well-being benefits. Lilly reserves the right to amend compensation and benefit programs at its discretion.#WeAreLilly #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-21