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Job description
Your Responsibilities:
Act as the primary legal architect for the US Farm Animal commercial strategy, providing proactive business-oriented counseling and managing complex commercial transactions, contract drafting and negotiation, antitrust risk assessments, and product launch strategies.
Drive the legal strategy for the US Farm Animal sustainability portfolio and Elanco Knowledge Solutions (EKS), navigating data privacy, digital contracting, and new value-added service models.
Deliver measurable cost-avoidance by insourcing high-value legal work focused on commercial contracts and portfolio positioning.
Lead the legal evolution of the sustainability portfolio, including guidance on environmental claims, carbon-neutral initiatives, and evolving ESG regulations.
Pioneer the use of AI and legal technology to automate routine workflows and develop playbooks that empower the commercial team.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal and Compliance subject matter experts to simplify engagement with the business.
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active admission to at least one U.S. state bar (ability to become licensed in Indiana).
5–8+ years of experience in corporate law or a major law firm supporting Commercial or Business Development functions.
Deep understanding of contract law and regulatory frameworks relevant to global life sciences or agricultural business.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Experience in animal health, pharmaceutical, or agricultural industries.
Familiarity with AI in a legal setting, data-driven legal operations, and data privacy.
Proven skills leading fast-paced commercial/business development deals with a pragmatic, business-oriented approach.
Benefits and Perks (highlights):
Multiple relocation packages; two weeklong shutdowns in the US (in addition to PTO); 8-week parental leave; 9 Employee Resource Groups; annual bonus; flexible work arrangements; up to 6% 401K matching.
Additional Information:
Travel: 10–15%; Location: Global Elanco Headquarters, Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid).
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Worksite address
indianapolis, IN, 46262, US
Who can apply
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