Director, Legal – U.S. Commercial and Compliance Legal
Merck
- Location
- North Wales, Pennsylvania, United States of America
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Staff
- Salary
- $190.8k – $300.3k/yr
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
Skills
About this role
Job Description
Director, Legal – U.S. Commercial and Compliance Legal We partner with the business to ensure we maintain our company’s values and high ethical standards, comply with the law, protect our people, and enhance our reputation. We strive to foster an environment that is inspiring and supportive.
Position
Responsibilities: The position provides legal support to the Human Health Division, with a focus on counseling clients in the areas of commercial contracting and fraud and abuse risks. The position also provides legal support to the Compliance department on various matters. The role provides legal counseling services that are consistent with law and Company policies, furthering business objectives while appropriately balancing legal requirements and risks. Specific areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to: Fraud and abuse and antitrust compliance Pricing, access, and reimbursement policies and practices Policy initiatives in support of business activities Commercial contracting Related liability and regulatory issues Supervising activities and managing relationships with outside counsel Required Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited U.S. law school; admission to the Bar of Pennsylvania or another state Member in good standing of a Bar of at least one state or the District of Columbia At least 4 years of legal experience in a law firm or corporate setting Preferred Experience and Skills: The candidate should have excellent teamwork, communication, writing, and analytical skills. Experience in product liability or enforcement litigation and business counseling is a plus. Knowledge of the laws applicable to the pharmaceutical industry, including experience with pharmaceutical company patient support programs, is preferred. Experience in managing a significant workload, with the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to be proactive, take initiative, and manage a portfolio of issues. OGC2026 Required Skills: Biopharmaceutical Industry, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Business Partnerships, Cite Checking, Confidentiality, Customer Service Leadership, Data Security Management, Ethical Standards, Ethics, Exercises Judgment, Information Communication Technology (ICT), Legal Research, Legal Strategies, Multilingualism, Negotiation, Pharmaceutical Guidelines, Pharmaceutical Law, Pharmaceutical Management, Procurement, Products Liability Litigation, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Issues, Reimbursement, Strategic Procurement, Taking Initiative {+ 1 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S.
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