Director, Legal

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Position Summary:

Manages the legal business matters pertaining to the organization. Acts as advisor, or coordinates with external counsel, on legal issues including but not limited to the organization's government and regulatory compliance, data privacy and risk mitigation, intellectual property and patents. Prepares documents to support same. Reviews legal data and advises organization on appropriate legal action to be taken. Directs internal and external counsel performing litigation on the company’s behalf. May, but usually does not, get involved with legal matters handled by outside counsel related to personnel matters. Requires a law degree.

Responsibilities:

• Manages the legal business matters pertaining to the organization.
• Acts as advisor, or coordinates with external counsel, on legal issues including but not limited to the organization's government and regulatory compliance, data privacy and risk mitigation, intellectual property and patents.
• Prepares documents to support same.
• Reviews legal data and advises organization on appropriate legal action to be taken.
• Directs internal and external counsel performing litigation on the company’s behalf.
• May, but usually does not, get involved with legal matters handled by outside counsel related to personnel matters.
• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. (This position normally qualifies as managing a functional area and may not have subordinate employees).

Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.

Requirements:

• Law degree (JD or equivalent) and satisfaction of requirements for professional practice in the APAC
• License to practice before the US Patent & Trademark Office required
• Current license to practice law in a US state (CA license preferred but not required)
• Undergraduate or advanced degree in chemistry or life sciences is required. 
• Experience in a biotech or life sciences company strongly preferred
• Knowledge and skills typically acquired through previous positions in vibrant global commercial environments involving similar responsibilities
• Executive presence, and experience interacting with senior internal and external personnel
• Experience in exercising good judgment in selecting methods and evaluating criteria for obtaining actionable practical solutions and business-oriented results
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective business partner, particularly to a commercial team
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills

All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.

Experience/Education:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 18 years of related experience, with 10+ years of Management experience.

The estimated base salary range for the Director, Legal role based in the United States of America is: $220,500 - $330,700. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.