Sr. Director/Executive Director, Legal

COMPANY INTRODUCTION

Triveni Bio is breaking new ground in the identification of novel disease targets – working at the convergence of human genetics, best-in-class antibody design, and precision medicine. We are pioneering a Mendelian genetics-informed precision medicine approach to develop functional antibodies for the treatment of immunological and inflammatory (I&I) disorders. Our lead antibody program (TRIV-509) targets kallikreins 5 and 7 (KLK5/7) to directly impact skin barrier function, inflammation, and itch – providing a meaningful and much needed potential treatment option for patients with atopic dermatitis and other barrier disorders. In all the work we do, we adhere to our core values: patient impact, bold and rigorous science, open collaboration, kindness & respect.

JOB SUMMARY

Triveni Bio is seeking an experienced and highly motivated attorney with strong life sciences background, contract drafting and negotiation experience to join our dynamic and growing organization. In this role, you will be our first legal hire and will play a critical role overseeing legal aspects of our business (including contracts, IP, and compliance) and managing various external counsels. On a day-to-day basis, you will prepare, review, negotiate and advise on a broad range of life science agreements, including, but not limited to research and development agreements, supply and service agreements, clinical trial agreements, master service agreements, license agreements, etc. Additionally, you will coordinate and collaborate with outside counsel to ensure legal compliance and optimal outcomes for our organization. You must possess a Legal degree and have previous experience working in the Life Science space. This role will be cross-functional, supporting clinical, research, finance, business development, etc.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide leadership and management for contracting processes, day-to-day advice and review of contracts, liaising with senior leaders to manage and escalate issues and working cross-functionally to ensure streamlined contracts review and consistency in compliance with applicable policies and process

• Act as the point person to draft, review, and negotiate all legal documents, including but not limited to, confidentiality agreements, research and development agreements, supply and service agreements, clinical trial agreements, master service agreements, license agreements, commercial contracts, vendor agreements, service agreements, consulting agreements and other corporate agreements.

• Advise business leaders on strategies and tactics in a way that advances the Company's business while addressing legal risks and protecting the Company's integrity and reputation.

• Proactively identify legal and compliance risks and work with other internal stakeholders to effectively eliminate or mitigate those risks while concurrently supporting business goals.

• Advise on other legal matters that arise across various functions within the Company.

• Manage outside counsel as needed in connection with executing above responsibilities and duties.

• Contribute to other projects and areas, which may include research and development, clinical trials, manufacturing or commercial and medical matters, as determined in consultation with outside counsel.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Law degree and current admission to the bar.

• 8 years of experience practicing law at a large law firm, biotech/pharma company or government agency, with at least 4 years’ experience within life sciences/pharma.

• Broad understanding of the life sciences industry and the types of contracts and issues that arise withing research and development, clinical trials, manufacturing and commercialization of pharmaceutical products, including a familiarity with FDA rules and regulations related to pharmaceutical products.

• Substantial experience drafting, negotiating and processing life sciences contracts.

• Experience with patent filings and regulatory strategy a plus.

• Understanding of data privacy (including GDPR and U.S. privacy laws) a plus.

• Outstanding communication, with strong ability to communicate across various functions.

• Highly collaborative, with excellent judgment and interpersonal skills.

• Expert ability to constructively counsel and influence clients to take appropriate actions and make complex decisions.

• Capacity to simultaneously handle a variety of complex legal matters with minimal guidance.

• Demonstrable experience taking ownership of issues and providing timely, actionable advice.

• Exceptional written, organization, and presentation skills.