Counsel, Contracts

Overview

This role involves providing comprehensive legal support and guidance on a wide range of issues related to the life sciences industry. The Counsel will handle matters including contracts, compliance, acquisitions, data processing, and intellectual property. The position requires a deep understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape affecting life sciences companies, the ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, high-pressure environment, and effective collaboration with various departments.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and redline a variety of contracts and supporting documents such as master services agreements, vendor agreements, statements of work, fee-for-service agreements, contractor agreements, non-disclosure agreements, third-party data access agreements, licensing agreements, and partnership agreements.
• Engage in direct negotiations and discussions with clients and vendors.
• Review and evaluate risks associated with various US and international privacy regulations, including GDPR compliance.
• Conduct legal review of contractual agreements with minimal oversight.
• Assist in acquisition support and integration activities.
• Provide prompt legal support and guidance to leadership and management teams.
• Review and complete RFP/RFI questionnaires and vendor forms.
• Respond to questions regarding terms and conditions of current agreements.
• Collaborate with internal business partners including Compliance, HR, and IT.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed, such as signing documents and electronic filing.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, preferably within the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience with regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and contract law.
• Significant experience in contract review, redlining, and negotiation.
• Knowledge of healthcare, compliance, and privacy laws and regulations such as the Sunshine Act, Anti-Kickback Statute, pharmacovigilance requirements, HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA, and CPRA.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and a work ethic focused on excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated salary range starts at $140,000.
• Eligibility for an annual discretionary performance bonus.

Location

Not specified.