Global R&D Legal Counsel

We Are Teva

We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.

The opportunity

Teva Pharmaceuticals is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented attorney to join our Global R&D Legal team in Israel. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional to support Teva’s global Research & Development (R&D) organization, which includes innovative medicines, biosimilars, and generics.

As Global R&D Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting clinical research and drug development activities. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure legal compliance and provide practical, business-oriented legal advice that supports Teva’s Pivot to Growth strategy.

How You’ll Spend Your Day

• Provide dedicated legal support for global R&D activities with a strong focus on research, scientific understanding, and continuous knowledge development.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of R&D-related agreements, including Consultancy and service agreements, Investigator-initiated studies, Research collaborations and MTAs
• Provide legal counsel, review and draft other documents and agreements related to research and development, clinical trial, regulatory compliance, data privacy, and data transfer matters as related to R&D.
• Support academic collaborations and research consortiums.
• Collaborate with internal legal, IP, compliance, and privacy teams to ensure alignment with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Contribute to development and improvement of templates, playbooks, and legal processes to support R&D excellence.
• Support other legal projects and initiatives as needed.
  
  

Your Experience And Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent European/international legal degree; bar admission required.
• 3–5 years of relevant legal experience, ideally in a law firm, pharmaceutical company, or academic research setting.
• Solid understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks related to clinical research and drug development.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to assess complex legal issues and provide clear, actionable advice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; team-oriented with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to ethical conduct.
  
  

How We’ll Take Care Of You 

At Teva, better health starts from within, and that includes you. From day one, you’ll be supported with benefits designed to help you thrive in and out of work. This includes generous annual leave, reward plans, flexible working schedules (dependent on role), access to tailored health support, and meaningful ways to give back to the community. 

When it comes to your career, you’ll be encouraged to explore, evolve, and shape your path. Twist, our one-stop shop for career development platform, gives you access to a wide range of possibilities, from learning programs and short-term projects to opportunities for internal growth. Here, you’ll be part of a culture that empowers you to reach your goals and prioritize your wellbeing every step of the way. 

Already Working @TEVA?

If you are a current Teva employee, please apply using the internal career site available on "Employee Central". By doing so, your application will be treated with priority. You will also be able to see opportunities that are open exclusively to Teva employees. Use the following link to search and apply: Internal Career Site

The internal career site is available from your home network as well. If you have trouble accessing your EC account, please contact your local HR/IT partner.

Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.