Corporate Counsel from Innova
South San Francisco, CA
About the Job
Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Corporate Counsel
Position type: Full Time Permanent
Location: South San Francisco, CA
Pay Range: $220,000 - $250,000
The Corporate Counsel will be responsible for managing and supporting the day-to-day contracting needs of a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, including drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts and managing the contract workflow process. Although the primary focus of the role will be contracts, from time to time, the Corporate Counsel will also assist with other general corporate matters. The ideal candidate will be able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and be a self-starter.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact in the legal department for all day-to-day contract needs.
- Review, draft, negotiate and manage the full range of contracts supporting the entire organization, including research & development and business development activities, clinical programs, manufacturing, and business operations.
- Advise the business on contract interpretation, dispute resolution, risk and negotiating strategies.
- Manage the workflow of the contracting process and provide contract lifecycle support to internal stakeholders.
- Facilitate cross-functional communication with internal stakeholders to gather necessary information for legal agreements and ensure contract negotiations advance in alignment with operational objectives.
- Improve and optimize the contract review process and procedures, including creating guidance documents and best practices guides for employee reference.
- Conduct training on contract-related policies and procedures.
- Manage, update and maintain contract templates.
- Educate and guide internal stakeholders regarding contract process.
- Oversee implementation and maintenance of the contract management system.
- Collaborate with various internal stakeholders effectively and promptly to address legal and business questions.
- Assess, implement, and maintain technological aides to increase efficiencies in contract review and management workflows.
- Manage outside transaction counsel and other contracts personnel, as applicable.
- Assist with other general corporate legal matters, as needed.
- JD degree from an accredited law school, preferably top tier.
- Four-year degree from an accredited college or university is required, preferably in one of the life sciences.
- Admitted to California bar (preferred) or eligible to register as in-house counsel in California.
- A combination of experience at both a top-tier law firm and small in-house legal department is preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience drafting and negotiating a range of contracts for biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical companies, including clinical trial agreements, informed consent forms, collaboration agreements, and service agreements.
- Experience in IP transactions with an understanding of IP law and experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating IP license agreements.
- Working knowledge of privacy laws and regulatory and compliance matters relevant to the drug development process.
- Excellent written/verbal communication, negotiation, sound judgment, and critical thinking skills.
- Able to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, small-company environment.
- Collaborative, flexible, positive, and pragmatic work style.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines, handle multiple tasks, and changing priorities using strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Highly detail-oriented and meticulous with their work.
Candidates must have good communication skills and great attention to detail.
Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW.
Thank you!
preetil.sehgal@innovasolutions.com
PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $220,000 - $250,000
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.
Recent Recognitions:
- One of Largest IT Consulting Staffing firms in the USA – Recognized as #4 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA 2022)
- ClearlyRated® Client Diamond Award Winner (2020)
- One of the Largest Certified MBE Companies in the NMSDC Network (2022)
- Advanced Tier Services partner with AWS and Gold with MS
- Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/
Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at hr@innovasolutions.com or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.
Salary
$250000 per annum