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We are the people who give possibilities purpose.
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Assistant General Counsel, Specimen Management, you will operate as a strategic partner embedded in the business—advising executive leadership, shaping innovation, and driving the legal strategy for one of the most consequential and impactful businesses in the medical device industry.
You’ll be a core member of our Global Law Group, reporting into the Associate General Counsel, Medical Essentials segment, and partnering across the organization to deliver sophisticated legal counsel at speed and scale.
This role offers remarkable breadth: complex commercial agreements, new product launches, cutting-edge innovation programs, and strategic business counseling—all within a globally recognized industry leader.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic legal partner to senior business leaders across the business unit
- Draft, structure, and negotiate complex commercial agreements—including supply, distribution, licensing, collaboration, and strategic partnership deals
- Provide proactive legal counsel on a wide range of corporate and transactional matters, identifying risk and opportunity before they materialize
- Drive legal strategy for new product development and innovation programs, ensuring speed-to-market while managing risk intelligently
- Advise on regulatory and compliance matters specific to the medical device industry, including product lifecycle and commercialization
- Support and advise on clinical trials
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including R&D, medical, regulatory, commercial operations, and finance—to deliver integrated, business-aligned legal solutions
- Protect company interests while enabling growth, partnering with business leaders to find the “yes” in complex situations
- Contribute to the development of scalable legal processes, templates, and playbooks that accelerate deal execution
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar
- Significant experience in corporate and commercial/transactional law, with demonstrated expertise in complex agreement drafting and negotiation
- Deep knowledge of commercial contracts across multiple deal types—supply, distribution, licensing, collaboration, and strategic partnerships
- Experience advising and counseling business clients on a range of transactions, providing practical, business-oriented legal guidance
- Familiarity with the medical device or life sciences industry, including regulatory frameworks
- Proven track record as a hands-on lawyer who can operate at both the strategic and tactical level
- Ability to manage multiple high-stakes matters simultaneously in a fast-paced, global environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience advising on clinical trials
- Prior in-house experience at a Fortune 500 or large multinational company
- Background in supporting innovation, new product launches, or R&D-driven business units
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. We require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance.
At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:
- Annual Bonus
- Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus
- Potential reimbursement of vehicle use/mileage
- Potential reimbursement of phone use
Health and Well-being Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Hospital Care Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accidental Injury Insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short-term disability coverage
- Long-term disability insurance
- Long-term care with life insurance
Other Well-being Resources
- Anxiety management program
- Wellness incentives
- Sleep improvement program
- Diabetes management program
- Virtual physical therapy
- Emotional/mental health support programs
- Weight management programs
- Gastrointestinal health program
- Substance use management program
- Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
Retirement and Financial Well-being
- BD 401(k) Plan
- BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Financial counseling
- Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
- Daily Pay
- College financial aid and application guidance
Life Balance Programs
- Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
- Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
- MetLife Legal Plan
- Group auto and home insurance
- Pet insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Discounts on products and services
- Academic Achievement Scholarship
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employer matching donation
- Workplace accommodations
Other Life Balance Programs
- Adoption assistance
- Backup day care and eldercare
- Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
- Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes
Leave Programs
- Bereavement leaves
- Military leave
- Personal leave
- Family and Medical Leave (FML)
- Jury and Witness Duty Leave
WHY JOIN US?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION
USA NJ - Franklin Lakes
WORK SHIFT
At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."
Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.
Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.
SALARY RANGE INFORMATION
$220,700.00 - $353,100.00 USD Annual
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
INTRODUCTION
We are the people who give possibilities purpose.
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Assistant General Counsel, Specimen Management, you will operate as a strategic partner embedded in the business—advising executive leadership, shaping innovation, and driving the legal strategy for one of the most consequential and impactful businesses in the medical device industry.
You’ll be a core member of our Global Law Group, reporting into the Associate General Counsel, Medical Essentials segment, and partnering across the organization to deliver sophisticated legal counsel at speed and scale.
This role offers remarkable breadth: complex commercial agreements, new product launches, cutting-edge innovation programs, and strategic business counseling—all within a globally recognized industry leader.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic legal partner to senior business leaders across the business unit
- Draft, structure, and negotiate complex commercial agreements—including supply, distribution, licensing, collaboration, and strategic partnership deals
- Provide proactive legal counsel on a wide range of corporate and transactional matters, identifying risk and opportunity before they materialize
- Drive legal strategy for new product development and innovation programs, ensuring speed-to-market while managing risk intelligently
- Advise on regulatory and compliance matters specific to the medical device industry, including product lifecycle and commercialization
- Support and advise on clinical trials
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including R&D, medical, regulatory, commercial operations, and finance—to deliver integrated, business-aligned legal solutions
- Protect company interests while enabling growth, partnering with business leaders to find the “yes” in complex situations
- Contribute to the development of scalable legal processes, templates, and playbooks that accelerate deal execution
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar
- Significant experience in corporate and commercial/transactional law, with demonstrated expertise in complex agreement drafting and negotiation
- Deep knowledge of commercial contracts across multiple deal types—supply, distribution, licensing, collaboration, and strategic partnerships
- Experience advising and counseling business clients on a range of transactions, providing practical, business-oriented legal guidance
- Familiarity with the medical device or life sciences industry, including regulatory frameworks
- Proven track record as a hands-on lawyer who can operate at both the strategic and tactical level
- Ability to manage multiple high-stakes matters simultaneously in a fast-paced, global environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience advising on clinical trials
- Prior in-house experience at a Fortune 500 or large multinational company
- Background in supporting innovation, new product launches, or R&D-driven business units
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. We require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance.
At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:
- Annual Bonus
- Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus
- Potential reimbursement of vehicle use/mileage
- Potential reimbursement of phone use
Health and Well-being Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Hospital Care Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accidental Injury Insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short-term disability coverage
- Long-term disability insurance
- Long-term care with life insurance
Other Well-being Resources
- Anxiety management program
- Wellness incentives
- Sleep improvement program
- Diabetes management program
- Virtual physical therapy
- Emotional/mental health support programs
- Weight management programs
- Gastrointestinal health program
- Substance use management program
- Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
Retirement and Financial Well-being
- BD 401(k) Plan
- BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Financial counseling
- Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
- Daily Pay
- College financial aid and application guidance
Life Balance Programs
- Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
- Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
- MetLife Legal Plan
- Group auto and home insurance
- Pet insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Discounts on products and services
- Academic Achievement Scholarship
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employer matching donation
- Workplace accommodations
Other Life Balance Programs
- Adoption assistance
- Backup day care and eldercare
- Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
- Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes
Leave Programs
- Bereavement leaves
- Military leave
- Personal leave
- Family and Medical Leave (FML)
- Jury and Witness Duty Leave
WHY JOIN US?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION
USA NJ - Franklin Lakes
WORK SHIFT
At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You."
Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed.
Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.
SALARY RANGE INFORMATION
$220,700.00 - $353,100.00 USD Annual
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Assistant General Counsel
Verify your J.D. meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires a direct nexus between your degree and the role. A foreign law degree paired with a U.S. bar admission strengthens your petition, but document the equivalency through a credential evaluation before the employer files.
Target companies with in-house legal departments
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B LCA filing history in legal occupations. Companies with established legal teams are far more likely to have H-1B processes in place than those using outside counsel exclusively.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run the DOL OFLC Wage Search for your metro area under the 23-1011 SOC code before your offer discussion. Assistant General Counsel roles frequently land at Level III or IV, and knowing the floor protects you from underpayment in the LCA.
Ask employers about their bar admission requirements early
Some employers require admission in a specific state, while others accept any U.S. jurisdiction. Clarify this in the first interview round so you're not disqualified late in the process after the employer has already invested in your candidacy.
Check whether the role is cap-exempt before the lottery
If the employer is a nonprofit, university, or research institution, the H-1B petition may be filed outside the annual cap entirely. Many in-house legal roles at universities and hospital systems qualify, giving you a filing window that isn't limited to April.
Prepare your O*NET profile match before the RFE hits
USCIS increasingly issues RFEs on specialty occupation grounds for legal roles. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Lawyers (23-1011) and document how your duties align with the listed tasks before your employer submits the I-129.
H-1B Visa Assistant General Counsel: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant General Counsel role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Assistant General Counsel positions require a J.D. as a minimum entry requirement, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard under USCIS rules. The role must be described in the petition to show that a law degree in a directly related field is the normal minimum, not merely one of several acceptable credentials.
Does a foreign law degree qualify me for H-1B sponsorship in an Assistant General Counsel role?
A foreign law degree alone is rarely sufficient. You'll need a credential evaluation confirming U.S. degree equivalency, and most employers also require active admission to a U.S. state bar. Some employers accept admission in any jurisdiction, while others specify the state where the company is headquartered or primarily operates.
How do I find employers that sponsor H-1B visas for legal roles?
Migrate Mate filters employers by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can identify companies that have sponsored H-1B petitions in legal occupations. Targeting employers with existing in-house legal teams and a track record of LCA filings reduces the risk of encountering a company that won't support sponsorship.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Assistant General Counsel role if I change companies?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition, as long as your previous status was lawfully maintained. The new employer must file their own LCA with DOL and submit the petition before your current authorized period expires.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer's legal department is restructured or my role is eliminated?
You have a 60-day grace period after involuntary termination to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart the U.S. Use that window to identify employers with active H-1B filing history in legal roles. If a new employer files a transfer petition within 60 days, you can begin work upon filing without waiting for approval.