Director, Contracts Counsel

Overview

A partner organization is seeking a Director, Contracts Counsel based in the United States. This key legal leadership role supports the full lifecycle of commercial, clinical, research, and operational agreements within a fast-paced, clinical-stage biotechnology environment. The position involves serving as a strategic legal partner to business and scientific teams, structuring and negotiating complex contracts that enable drug development and organizational growth. This fully remote role requires strong business judgment, deep contract expertise, and the ability to balance legal risk with practical execution in a highly regulated industry.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of agreements including clinical trial agreements, manufacturing and supply contracts, consulting agreements, confidentiality agreements, licensing arrangements, and master service agreements.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across clinical, regulatory, commercial, and operational teams to structure transactions, assess legal and business risks, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Provide legal guidance and support for contract-related disputes, addressing issues efficiently while minimizing operational disruption.
• Drive continuous improvement of contracting processes by developing templates, policies, workflows, and contract management systems to enhance scalability and efficiency.
• Coordinate with external counsel and advisors as needed to support specialized legal matters and complex negotiations.
• Contribute to broader legal, compliance, and corporate initiatives to support evolving business priorities.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state.
• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, preferably within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or a law firm supporting life sciences clients.
• Strong expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial, clinical, research, and operational agreements in a regulated environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate legal concepts into clear, business-oriented guidance.
• Strong business judgment and problem-solving skills with a practical, solutions-focused approach in high-pressure situations.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, operating autonomously while contributing effectively to cross-functional teams.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with eligibility for annual incentive plans.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Remote-first work environment.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses tied to individual and company results.
• Opportunity to work in a high-growth, clinical-stage biotechnology setting.
• Occasional travel opportunities (up to approximately 10%) depending on business needs.

Location

• United States (fully remote)

Applicants must have active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state.