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Temporary Senior Corporate Counsel, Contracts Attorney

System One • Alameda, CA • 1d ago

Job Title : Senior Corporate Counsel, Contracts Attorney

(Client Job Title: Senior Corporate Counsel, Contracts - R&D)

Location: Alameda, CA

Type: Contract (6-months renewable)

Compensation: $115-135/hour (dependent on experience and requirements met)

Contractor Work Model: Onsite

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:

The Senior Corporate Counsel, Contracts takes a supporting role in setting the material terms of the many business transactions undertaken by the company, the drafting and negotiation of definitive and ancillary agreements reflecting those terms, and the organization of processes necessary and helpful for company to transact efficiently and effectively. This function also plays a transactional oversight role, working with Legal and operational colleagues to help ensure that the company's R&D activities and transactions are carried out with efficiency and reflect an appreciation for an appropriate level of business and legal risk.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drafts, reviews, and negotiates a wide range of contracts with a very high degree of independence in support of the Research and Development organizations (which may include confidentiality agreements, collaboration agreements, licensing agreements, consulting agreements, materials transfer agreements, simple and complex clinical trial agreements, clinical advisory board agreements, and various vendor services agreements, and manufacturing agreements for cGMP drug supply).

Acts as a legal point person for ongoing agreements in support of R&D efforts.

Reviews redlines, supervises negotiations and provides general guidance to junior attorneys and contracts managers.

Assists with maintaining up-to-date form agreements consistent with industry standards and applicable laws.

Identifies and defines operational and legal risks and is able to communicate those risks to appropriate internal decision-makers for discussion and resolution.

Cultivates strong and highly effective cross-functional relationships and communication with internal colleagues to effectively address legal and business questions.

Effectively represents the company.

Handles miscellaneous legal tasks on an as-needed basis.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No supervisory responsibilities but may provide direction to other individuals.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Education:
BS/BA degree, preferably in life sciences or a related field; an advanced life science degree is preferred.

JD degree is required and a minimum of six to eight years of relevant experience.

Must be admitted to practice law, preferably in California.

Experience:
Experience as an attorney in a law firm or in-house legal environment in biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.

Complex contract drafting and negotiation experience required, including a significant volume of contracts in support of drug Research & Development activities.

Knowledge/Skills:
Possesses clear and concise verbal and written communication skills and must have excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), document management systems, and redlining software).

Must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills.

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, with the ability to re-prioritize on short time frames. Can quickly separate the mission-critical from the nice-to-haves and the trivial.

Ability to make complex decisions based on the data available; drives to the finish on all projects.

Acts responsibly and conscientiously.

Works under pressure to meet specific deadlines.

Works well both independently and in a team environment; addresses differences fairly and equitably; treats everyone as a preferred internal client.

Dedicated to quality, reliability, and highest professional standards in all work tasks.

Must be a self-starter and quick learner.

Must have good judgment.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #568-Clinical

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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