Paralegal, Corporate Contracts

Company Overview

ImmunityBio is a vertically integrated commercial‑stage biotechnology company developing next‑generation therapies that bolster the natural immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases. Its immunotherapy and cell therapy platforms drive and sustain an immune response to create durable and safe protection against disease. Designated an FDA Breakthrough Therapy, ANKTIVA is the first FDA‑approved immunotherapy for non‑muscle invasive bladder cancer CIS that activates NK cells, T cells, and memory T cells for a long‑duration response. ImmunityBio applies its science to treating cancers, developing potential cancer vaccines, and creating immunotherapies and cell therapies that aim to reduce or eliminate the need for high‑dose chemotherapy. The company offers professional development opportunities within a publicly traded biopharmaceutical environment headquartered in Southern California.

Position Summary

The Paralegal, Corporate Contracts will assist the Legal Team with management, administration, review, drafting, and negotiation of a variety of commercial contracts.

Essential Functions

• Work closely and collaboratively with members of the Legal Team to provide end‑to‑end support for all commercial contracts, owning all phases of contract creation, development, and execution.
• Contract administration, including redlining, drafting (in collaboration with attorneys), managing the contract process, filing and tracking key terms for day‑to‑day operations (NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, evaluation/material transfer, work orders, research collaboration, lease, consulting agreements, confidentiality, clinical trial, investigator, site and indemnification agreements).
• Ensure appropriate authorization and signatories for execution of contracts, assembly of agreements and exhibits, routing, distribution, and document management.
• Assist with management and maintenance of the CRM platform; make improvements and customize as needed.
• Manage, maintain and update various forms of agreements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external parties to set expectations and gather information necessary for contract drafting and negotiations.
• Contribute to the review, development, communication and implementation of commercial contracts policies and procedures; ensure appropriate internal processes are followed.
• Manage and prepare renewals, amendments, addendums, and contract extension documents for mature contracts.
• Support M&A, financing activity and other strategic transactions, including due diligence, preparation of schedules, review of contracts for assignment, change in control, and other pertinent provisions.
• Create, edit and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process improvements, and standardization of templates.
• Assist with corporate governance and regulatory compliance as needed.
• Perform ad‑hoc and cross‑functional projects assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of experience as a paralegal (required) or ABA‑approved Paralegal certification (required).
• Commercial contracts and contracts management experience (required).
• Mix of law firm and in‑house experience preferred.
• Specialized paralegal experience in Pharma/Biotech preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.
• Strong proofreading skills for contextual, grammatical, typographical, or spelling errors.
• Effective prioritization and multitasking under limited direction; ability to shift priorities quickly while working under tight timelines.
• Capability to maintain proprietary, trade secret, and confidential information.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and professional presence.
• Flexibility and good judgment with a desire to identify needs, improve, and streamline processes.

Working Environment / Physical Environment

This position works onsite in Dunkirk, NY. Regular work schedule is Monday – Friday, within standard business hours; flexibility is available with manager approval. The role is performed in an office environment requiring regular use of computer monitors, keyboards, and other office equipment. The employee may need to lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

Pay

Annual base pay range: $107,000 (entry‑level qualifications) to $117,500 (highly experienced). The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience, and geographic location. This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
• Health and financial wellness programs
• Employer Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company‑paid and voluntary Life/AD&D, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Healthcare and dependent‑care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• 529 Education Savings Program
• Voluntary legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discounts, rewards, and perks
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  • 11 holidays
  • Unlimited PTO for exempt employees
  • 10 vacation days, 56 hours of health pay, 2 personal days, and 1 cultural day for non‑exempt employees