Senior Counsel: Operations and Pharmacy Legal

AbbVie · North Chicago, IL

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Role summary

Senior Counsel position supporting AbbVie's operations and onsite pharmacy functions. The role involves providing legal guidance on pharmaceutical regulations, pharmacy compliance, controlled substance management, commercial contracts, and risk assessment across cross-functional teams.

What they're looking for

Juris Doctor from accredited law school; active license to practice law in Illinois
Minimum 5+ years in-house pharmaceutical, law firm life sciences, or government agency legal experience
Experience advising on pharmacy-related legal matters
Knowledge of DEA and state pharmacy board regulations governing controlled substances
Ability to assess legal risk in real time and translate complexity into business guidance
Strong written and verbal communication skills

What you'll be doing

Advise cross-functional teams on commercial, regulatory, and operational legal issues with proactive counsel
Review contracts, business activities, and initiatives to ensure legal compliance and strategic alignment
Guide specialty pharmacy team on federal and state pharmacy laws, controlled substance regulations, and recordkeeping requirements
Support pharmacy licensure applications, renewals, and compliance audits across jurisdictions
Develop and maintain pharmacy standard operating procedures, policies, and training materials reflecting current requirements

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