Senior Counsel

Overview

A leading organization in the Manufacturing & Automotive sector is seeking a Senior Counsel to join their legal team. This role involves driving significant impact across key initiatives by partnering cross-functionally to deliver measurable outcomes. The Senior Counsel will work closely with stakeholders to execute strategic priorities and scale performance, influencing both strategy and execution in a high-growth environment.

Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $185,000 – $200,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day legal affairs for Life Sciences/Pharma companies under general supervision
• Advise management on legal and regulatory risks, including FDA compliance
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts such as agreements with customers, vendors, and partners
• Collaborate with outside counsel to efficiently handle a high volume of contracts
• Drive process improvements in contract management and legal support initiatives
• Provide expertise on corporate, pre-litigation, and litigation matters to mitigate risks
• Assist in structuring new business ventures and corporate transactions

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school; academic honors preferred
• Admission to at least one state bar in good standing
• 6-8 years of relevant experience in corporate law, preferably within Life Sciences/Pharma or healthcare sectors
• Extensive experience drafting and negotiating contracts
• Proven ability to manage outside counsel and/or legal staff
• In-depth knowledge of FDA regulations specific to Life Sciences/Pharma and Medical Device industries
• Strong computer skills relevant to legal applications

Desired Skills and Experience

• Expertise with FDA regulations
• Experience with commercial contracts, non-disclosure agreements, development agreements, manufacturing agreements, service agreements, and quality agreements
• Familiarity with contract management systems
• Strong management and business acumen
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Proficiency with legal technology platforms (e.g., Clio, NetDocuments) for case management and documentation
• Experience with regulatory compliance software for tracking and managing FDA regulations
• Knowledge of contract analysis tools (e.g., ContractPodAI, Icertis) to improve contract management efficiency
• Ability to use data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for monitoring legislative changes impacting the industry

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but whose backgrounds could be a strong fit for the team.