What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Director- Contracts Counsel position at Larson Maddox?
About the Role :
We are seeking an experienced Senior Director of Contracts, Counsel to lead our contracting function, with a focus on IT and privacy-related agreements. In this role, you will oversee contract negotiations, manage a team, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and strategic alignment with company objectives. This is a high-impact position for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative biotech environment.
Key Responsibilities :
Lead the contracts function with a primary focus on IT, SaaS, software licensing, data privacy, cybersecurity, and other technology-related agreements.
Negotiate, draft, and manage complex contracts, including data processing agreements (DPAs), master service agreements (MSAs), vendor agreements, and strategic partnerships.
- Ensure contracts comply with global privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and regulatoryrequirements relevant to biotech and life sciences
- Provide strategic legal and business guidance to IT, compliance, procurement, and leadership teams.
- Develop and optimize contract management processes, templates, and playbooks for efficiency and risk mitigation.
- Lead and mentor a team of contract professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
- Partner with legal, privacy, security, and commercial teams to support business growth and technology initiatives.
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