Senior Director Legal Counsel

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet the team:

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Director of Legal EMEA to join our team. This pivotal role will be based in one of our European offices and will involve working closely with a team of dedicated attorneys across various locations. The successful candidate will coordinate daily with local business leaders in our offices across EMEA. This role requires exceptional organizational, technical, and writing skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and a keen eye for detail. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in negotiating complex commercial and international transactions, with significant exposure to the Medtech sector in Europe and managing regional legal teams. Additionally, the candidate should possess a strategic outlook and strong leadership skills to drive the legal function and support the company's growth in the EMEA region.
 

Where you come in:

• You will lead and handle the Legal department's operations, budgets, and policies within the EMEA region.
• Advise and support the EMEA leadership team on business development, commercial and research transactions, reimbursement, and market access.
• Provide strategic legal guidance to drive the expansion of the company’s commercial activities across EMEA.
• Develop and implement legal strategies that align with the company's business objectives and growth plans.
• Offer comprehensive legal advice on laws, regulations, and guidelines related to privacy, research, development, medical affairs, business development, and commercialization of products and services in international markets.
• Counsel business operations on the negotiation of business development, commercial, and research agreements, including collaboration, joint venture, complex license, research and development, and distribution agreements.
• Oversee key international transactions and provide strategic legal guidance to support commercial growth.
• Lead and supervise staff attorneys and paralegals in our international offices, ensuring effective team performance and professional development.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting open communication and knowledge sharing.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and support career development opportunities for team members.
• Advise on essential changes to the company’s Compliance Program due to expansion into new regions or markets or reimbursement relationships.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and assist in compliance program management, including reviews, audits, and investigations.
• Support board and committee meeting preparations for international subsidiaries, including assembling meeting materials and drafting resolutions.
• Maintain corporate books and records for international subsidiaries and coordinate reviews for business partners and others as required.
• Draft documents for entity incorporations and dissolutions.

What makes you successful:

• Licensed attorney with extensive knowledge and experience in company commercial law and contract management.
• Proficient in English with excellent communication skills.
• Minimum of 17+ years of post-qualification experience in the medtech sector, preferably in both law firm and in-house settings within Europe.
• Extensive experience in drafting and negotiating complex agreements.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to independently create legal documents and handle tracked changes and version control.
• Experience handling outside counsel relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise company business constituencies.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative approach.
• Excellent decision-making skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement legal strategies that support business objectives.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team.
• Confirmed experience in team management, including performance reviews, feedback, and professional development.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and contract database systems.
• Ability to effectively present information to groups of customers or employees.
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Education & years of experience requirements

• Typically requires a law degree (licenced attorney) with 17+ years of industry experience .
• 13+ years of successful leadership experience in relevant industry.
• In-depth knowledge of the Medtech industry, including regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and market dynamics within Europe.
• Experience with legal issues related to medical devices, including product development, clinical trials, regulatory approvals, and post-market surveillance.
• Familiarity with European medical device regulations (e.g., MDR) and other relevant international standards.
• Consistent track record of supporting commercial teams in the Medtech sector, including advising on market access, reimbursement strategies, and commercial partnerships.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and provide strategic legal advice to support business growth and innovation in the Medtech field.

What you’ll get:

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
• A full and comprehensive benefits program.
• Growth opportunities on a global scale.
• Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
• An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.
   

Travel Required:

• 5-15%

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