Commercial Contracts Counsel

About the role

Our client, a global medical technology company, is seeking a commercial contracts counsel for a long-term temporary assignment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for internal clients and stakeholders for assigned contracting categories.
• Prepare and negotiate contracts, amendments, statements of work, and other legal documents reflecting the business needs of stakeholders and clients.
• Support the development and implementation of the COE objectives and strategies for contracts focused on the delivery of effective and efficient contracting.
• Assess, advise on, and help mitigate legal and other risks in contracts.
• Provide advice and support for contract claims and disputes.
• Assist in the development of key monthly and quarterly business metrics for assigned areas.
• Complete ad-hoc and special projects as requested/required.
• Assist in the preparation and periodic updating of contract templates and playbooks.
• Work closely with and interact directly with and negotiate and manage budgets with outside Law Firms for discrete contracting matters as applicable.
• Help to drive the Law Group and COE Key Deliverables and Goals (KDGs).
• If requested by senior leadership, serve as Stakeholder Relationship Manager (SRM) for assigned business unit.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-approved Law School.
• Bar admission to practice law in NJ.
• Experience in contracting, preferably with 5 years in-house or in the pharmaceutical industry.

Skills

• Strong negotiation, analytical, oral, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of legal issues in commercial transactions.
• Ability to prioritize a heavy workload under a tight schedule.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Knowledge of contract law.
• Medical device/pharma background preferred, but not required.

Schedule

This is a long-term temporary role, with an initial duration of at least 6 months, potentially extending over a year. The position requires on-site work in northern NJ at least 2-3 days per week.