What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Transactions & Contracts Counsel position at Connexzia?
Company Overview :
A leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing treatments for autoimmune and rare diseases is seeking a Director, Transactions & Contracts Counsel . This role will support a variety of business functions, including finance, clinical operations, quality, research, and development. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who can operate both strategically and tactically to meet the companys contracting needs. This position offers growth opportunities within a dynamic team as the organization scales.
Responsibilities :
- Contracts Administration :
Support general contracting and contracts administration across multiple departments to manage and streamline contracting needs.
Prepare, review, negotiate, and execute a wide range of agreements, including :
Confidentiality agreements
Provide legal guidance for research , development , quality , and clinical operations functions.
Oversee and manage external counsel engagements as necessary.
Offer legal assistance across various needs, adapting to the companys evolving requirements.
Requirements :Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school, with strong academic credentials .
Active, in good standing with the bar in at least one U.S. state .
5-10 years of legal experience, including substantial expertise in contract negotiation and providing business advice .
Strong analytical skills with a solution-oriented mindset .
Skilled in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).
Willingness to travel up to 5% .
Skills and Certifications :
Bar Holder