Lead Legal Specialist

4 weeks ago


Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Baxter Full time

Vantive: A New Company Built On Our Legacy

Baxter is embarking on a transformative journey to establish our ~$5B Kidney Care segment as an independent entity. Vantive* will leverage our nearly 70-year history in acute therapies and dialysis services to deliver exceptional care to our patients. We are committed to not only enhancing our leadership in kidney care but also providing fulfilling opportunities for those who become part of our mission.

At Vantive, you will join a community of dedicated individuals who are focused, brave, and strive for excellence. Each team member is motivated to improve the lives of patients globally. Together, we aim to innovate kidney care and support for other vital organs.

*The proposed separation of Kidney Care from Baxter into a standalone company (to be named Vantive) is contingent upon meeting customary conditions.

Your role at Baxter

As a Senior Legal Coordinator, you will conduct legal research, investigate facts, and prepare documentation to assist the Director of Legal (Canada) and other stakeholders. You will address various legal matters and complete projects while appropriately seeking attorney review and approval. Additional responsibilities include legal administration as directed. You will draft, review, modify, negotiate, and finalize a range of contracts, including RFP submissions and legal correspondence. You will also respond to and resolve inquiries related to contract compliance and routine legal questions under the guidance of the Director of Legal (Canada).

Key Responsibilities

Assist in resolving standard legal issues raised by counterparties to agreements, including product purchases, provincial health authorities, supply agreements, clinical/research studies, confidentiality agreements, professional services, software licensing, consumer marketing, manufacturing, procurement, and transportation. Support the Director of Legal (Canada) with daily workload, including advising on a broad spectrum of legal matters and commercial activities. Engage in special projects as required. Collaborate with the contracts team to ensure compliance with Baxter's legal standards. Independently manage a diverse array of contracts related to various Baxter business units in Canada. Interact with internal clients and external parties at all levels, exercising discretion and independent judgment regarding contracts and related issues. Develop and update templates utilized by Baxter for standard agreements. Conduct internet-based research on a wide range of legal topics, including corporate law, intellectual property, privacy, procurement, ethics, and compliance.

Qualifications

Paralegal or Law Clerk diploma - Licensed Paralegal. Minimum of 10 years of experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various business contracts and legal correspondence. Over 10 years of experience as a paralegal or law clerk in a corporate legal environment. Background in healthcare industry privacy and competition law is preferred. Experience with French language; fluency in French is an asset. Proficient in legal research with a comprehensive understanding of legal resources and databases. Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Strong skills in software databases, internet research, and project management. Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, gather and analyze information, and meet deadlines promptly. Self-motivated with the initiative to drive projects to completion, including follow-up tasks, information gathering, and organization, while working with minimal supervision. Attention to detail is essential. Ability to collaborate and engage with individuals at all levels, both internal and external, including attorneys, paralegals, business contacts, and third-party attorneys.

Baxter is dedicated to accommodating the need for flexibility in the workplace. Our flexible workplace policy includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite, fostering the benefits of in-person connection and collaboration in support of our mission.



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