Contracts Specialist/Paralegal - Kymera Therapeutics

Who we are:

Kymera is a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the field of targeted protein degradation (TPD) to develop medicines that address critical health problems and have the potential to dramatically improve patients' lives. Kymera is deploying TPD to address disease targets and pathways inaccessible with conventional therapeutics. Having advanced the first degrader into the clinic for immunological diseases, Kymera is focused on building an industry-leading pipeline of oral small molecule degraders to provide a new generation of convenient, highly effective therapies for patients with these conditions. Founded in 2016, Kymera has been recognized as one of Boston's top workplaces for the past several years. 

How we work:

• PIONEER: We are courageous, resilient and rigorous in our mission to improve patients' lives through our revolutionary degrader medicines.
• COLLABORATE: We value trust + transparency from everyone. Our goals are shared, our decisions data-driven and our camaraderie genuine.
• BELONG: We recognize our differences, inviting curiosity and inclusivity, so that our people are valued, seen, and heard.

How you'll contribute:

As a Contracts Specialist/Paralegal at Kymera Therapeutics, you will play a critical role in supporting the legal department with drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts related to our biopharmaceutical operations. This role requires strong expertise in contract lifecycle management (CLM), and a solid understanding of the biotech industry, including clinical trial agreements (CTAs), master service agreements (MSAs), statements of work (SOWs), SaaS/software agreements, and other related contracts. 

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including MSAs, SOWs, change orders (Cos) clinical trial agreements (CTAs), confidentiality agreements (NDAs),SaaS/software agreements, G&A agreements, equipment purchase or lease agreements and other vendor contracts, ensuring they align with company policies, legal requirements, and business needs.
• Oversee and manage the full contract lifecycle from initiation to execution, including preparation, negotiation, execution, and storage of contracts within Ironclad or other CLM systems. Manage workflow development in CLM system and other ongoing updates as needed.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Research,  Development, Clinical Operations, Finance, People + Culture and Strategic Sourcing, to ensure timely contract execution and compliance.
• Assist in identifying and mitigating risks associated with contract terms and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of executed contracts, amendments, and related documents. Prepare reports and summaries for management on contract status and key terms.
• Continuously contribute to process improvements, best practices, and standardization of contract templates to streamline contract management and increase efficiency.
• Provide general support to the legal team as needed, including assisting with legal research, public company matters, corporate and board support, and coordination of litigation matters as they arise.

Skills and experience you'll bring:

• 3-7 years of experience in contract management and paralegal work, preferably within the biotech, pharmaceutical or life sciences industries.
• Strong experience with contract drafting, negotiation, and administration, including MSAs, CTAs, SOWs, NDAs, and vendor agreements.
• Expertise in using and being the administrator of Ironclad CLM or similar contract management systems for contract tracking, approvals, and reporting.
• Ability to analyze complex contracts and legal documents and provide concise, actionable feedback.
• Solid understanding of biotechnology industry standards, clinical trials, regulatory requirements, and intellectual property considerations.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams, external vendors, and legal counsel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, fast-paced team environment.

This position is based in Watertown, MA, and offers a hybrid work model with a minimum of 3 days/week in the office.

Skills and experience not an exact match?:

Go ahead and submit your resume (and a cover letter, if you'd like!).  If this role isn't right for you, we can keep you in mind for future opportunities.

Kymera Therapeutics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sex, marital status, gender expression or identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.