We are looking for a highly experienced legal professional to join our Global Legal team as Legal Director Assets & Brands, Rare Diseases on a fixed-term basis to cover a maternity leave (6 months from end of December to early July). In this strategic role, you will serve as a key legal partner to Ipsen's Rare Disease business, supporting both marketed products and development-stage assets across the portfolio and pipeline. You will work closely with senior leaders across Research & Development, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Patient Safety and Portfolio Strategy, providing practical and commercially focused legal guidance throughout the asset lifecycle. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the heart of global decision-making, supporting innovative therapies and contributing to complex business initiatives, partnerships and transactions Key Responsibilities - Act as the primary legal advisor for Ipsen's Rare Disease portfolio and pipeline. - Provide strategic legal support to cross-functional global teams, including R&D, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Patient Safety and Commercial Strategy. - Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of agreements, including: - Confidentiality agreements - Consulting and service agreements - Clinical trial and clinical research agreements - Manufacturing and supply agreements - Research and collaboration agreements - Licensing and commercial agreements - Support corporate transactions, including due diligence and post-acquisition integration activities. - Advise on strategic partnerships and alliances. - Identify and mitigate legal and business risks while enabling operational objectives. - Manage external counsel and legal service providers. - Contribute to legal training, policy development and continuous improvement initiatives. - Collaborate closely with Global Legal colleagues, Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, Procurement, Finance and other key stakeholders. Experience - Qualified lawyer with 8+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE). - Strong experience within the life sciences, pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. - Proven expertise in commercial and contract law across multiple jurisdictions. - Experience supporting product development and commercialization activities. - Solid understanding of corporate transactions, licensing arrangements and integration projects. - Strong business acumen and ability to provide pragmatic, solution-oriented advice in a fast-paced global environment. Skills & Competencies You are recognized for your ability to: - Navigate complex and ambiguous situations. - Influence senior stakeholders and build credibility quickly. - Balance legal risk with business needs. - Collaborate effectively across cultures and functions. - Communicate clearly and confidently at all organizational levels. - Work autonomously while remaining a strong team player. Languages - Fluent English (written and spoken). - Fluent French (written and spoken).