Overview
A fast-growing SaaS organization serving the life sciences industry is seeking a detail-oriented Associate Counsel to support buy-side contracts within a dynamic legal team. This role involves reviewing and negotiating complex technology and vendor contracts, assisting with legal operations, and contributing to the development of contract management processes and tools.
Responsibilities
- Review, redline, and negotiate a variety of vendor contracts including technology agreements, leases, design and construction services agreements, copyright licenses, non-disclosure agreements, consulting and services agreements, media and advertising agreements, and event venue agreements.
- Provide legal support and advice to internal business partners in a decentralized procurement environment.
- Maintain and update a vendor contract database and assist with legal operations functions.
- Develop and improve contract processes, templates, playbooks, and self-service contract tools.
- Respond to contract review requests and consult with internal stakeholders to clarify contract requirements.
- Document contract metadata to facilitate contract management.
- Use electronic signing platforms to manage contract execution.
- Collaborate with finance and other internal teams on contract-related matters.
- Perform other ad hoc legal assignments as needed.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and membership in good standing with a relevant state bar or professional organization.
- Minimum of 2 years transactional experience reviewing, redlining, and negotiating agreements.
- Experience in-house at a technology company, law firm, life sciences, or similarly fast-paced environment.
- Strong knowledge of technology agreements, domestic privacy laws including GDPR, commercial leases, and construction agreements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft clear, concise, and accurate legal documents and correspondence.
- Proficiency with MS Word (including document editing, redlining, and comparison functions), Adobe, and G-Suite tools.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to provide high-quality customer service.
- Positive attitude, agility, and humility in handling diverse tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with international transactions and agreements.
- Completion of continuing legal education (CLE) focused on contract drafting, privacy law, or AI-related contracting and risk governance.
- Familiarity with help desk intake/management tools such as Freshservice.
- Experience with B2B advertising contracts, hotel and venue agreements, and financial services agreements (audit/tax).
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $90,000 - $120,000 (actual salary may vary based on experience and location).
- Potential eligibility for additional compensation such as variable bonuses and stock bonuses.
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage.
- Flexible paid time off and company-paid holidays.
- Retirement savings programs.
- Charitable giving program contributing 1%.
Location
The organization’s headquarters is located in the San Francisco Bay Area, with offices in over 15 countries worldwide. This role supports flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.