Senior Paralegal/Senior Contracts Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full contracts lifecycle, including intake, review, negotiation support, execution, and archiving.
• Maintain and enhance contract management systems, tracking key dates, renewals, obligations, and reporting metrics as needed.
• Lead the continued development of the contract management system, including optimizing workflow, implementing process improvements, and partnering cross-functionally to enhance contracts operations.
• Draft and review routine agreements, such as confidentiality agreements, clinical trial agreements, amendments, and statements of work.
• Serve as a key liaison with internal teams, ensuring timely contract execution and providing guidance on legal processes and requirements.
• Support corporate governance matters, including maintaining corporate records, board materials, and managing state filings.
• Assist with public company obligations, including securities filings, compliance initiatives, and corporate policies.
• Help other legal functions such as IP as needed.
• Contribute to special projects and provide additional legal support as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: 5–7+ years of paralegal or contracts management experience, with prior work in life sciences or biopharma strongly preferred; public company experience a plus.
• Skills & Competencies:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and proactively manage competing priorities.
• Familiarity with contract management systems (SharePoint or similar).
• Strong business acumen and ability to partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.

Compensation

• The anticipated salary range is $161,000 - $187,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc.

What We Offer

• A chance to be part of a vibrant startup culture where your work can directly impact bringing new medicines to patients.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.