Overview
A rapidly growing biotechnology organization is seeking a self-motivated Commercial Contracts Counsel to support increasing business demands. This role involves managing a wide range of commercial agreements, including vendor, market access, and medical affairs contracts. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation, contract drafting, and analytical skills, with prior in-house commercial contracts experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
Responsibilities
- Draft, negotiate, and manage a high volume and variety of contracts such as master service agreements, statements of work, amendments, distribution agreements, and data agreements
- Evaluate legal and contractual risks and escalate issues according to company policies
- Provide practical, solution-oriented legal support to global commercial, North America commercial, medical affairs, and other business functions
- Ensure contract terms comply with applicable laws and regulations and accurately reflect organizational intent and strategy
- Train and educate business teams on contract templates, playbooks, relevant legal issues, and contracting best practices
- Assist in implementing new contract policies and procedures
- Lead and participate in special projects and drive organizational change as needed
- Collaborate cross-functionally to develop contracting approaches for new business strategies
- Conduct legal research on commercial law, regulations, and jurisdiction-specific contract matters to support negotiations and business decisions
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a U.S. law school
- Current good standing admission to at least one U.S. state bar
- Minimum of 3 years of in-house or law firm experience focused on commercial contracts within biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or life sciences sectors
- Demonstrated experience negotiating and drafting a broad range of commercial agreements
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and work across global time zones
- Working knowledge of healthcare laws including the Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, pharmaceutical and life sciences regulations, and other relevant laws
- Ability to interpret and apply legal knowledge to inform business activities and contract positions
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Detail-oriented with the ability to handle confidential and proprietary information with discretion
- Self-motivated, reliable, responsive, and flexible to accept new responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with global commercial and medical affairs teams
- Ability to train and educate business functions on contracting practices
- Experience leading special projects and driving organizational change
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $120,800 to $160,800 annually (base salary only)
- Eligibility for incentive compensation plans for commercial roles
- Opportunity to participate in discretionary equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness programs
Compensation packages are determined based on job-related skills, experience, certifications, education, and work location. Packages may vary due to cost of labor differences.
Location
Information about specific work location and salary range details will be provided during the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity
The organization is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities or those requiring assistance during the application process in accordance with applicable laws.