Responsibilities
Draft, review, and edit routine contracts (e.g., NDAs, service agreements, consulting agreements, supply and vendor contracts, master service agreements and associated work orders, material transfer agreements, and clinical trial agreements).
Manage the contract lifecycle, including intake, tracking, execution, and archiving through contract management systems/database.
Support counsel and internal clients with redlines, revisions, and communication with counterparties.
Monitor contract compliance and key obligations, and coordinate renewals or amendments.
Assist with the continued development and revision of standard form agreements.
Corporate Governance & Entity Management
Maintain corporate records, including minutes, resolutions, bylaws, and organizational documents.
Coordinate annual filings, business licenses, and other regulatory filings, as required.
Assist in preparing board and committee materials and maintaining governance calendars.
Support compliance initiatives and corporate policies (e.g., signature authority, document retention).
General Legal Support
Assist with due diligence, audits, and internal or external inquiries.
Support implementation and internal training contract forms and procedures and legal / compliance SOPs.
Manage Legal Department’s internal intranet page and the Department’s employee-accessible SharePoint files.
Skills
Strong understanding of corporate governance principles.
Knowledge and understanding of global regulations and guidelines including but not limited to those related to GxP.
Ability to regularly communicate highly confidential information to senior level staff.
The ideal candidate will be flexible and willing to learn new procedures and skill sets.
Must be able to collaborate and work with other departments such as Clinical, Commercial, Finance, Research & Development, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain/Purchasing.
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and handle multiple contract negotiations simultaneously.
Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize effectively to deliver results within reasonably established timelines.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and related software.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication are essential in this collaborative work environment.
Education
Bachelor’s degree is required; paralegal certificate from an accredited program preferred.
Minimum 5 to 10 years of contracts and/or corporate experience, preferably in a biotech or pharma company.
Experience with reviewing confidentiality agreements, master service agreements, material transfer agreements and associated work orders, supply chain agreements, and clinical trial agreements.
Pay Rate Range: $60-67/hr depending on experience
The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Draft, review, and edit routine contracts (e.g., NDAs, service agreements, consulting agreements, supply and vendor contracts, master service agreements and associated work orders, material transfer agreements, and clinical trial agreements).
Manage the contract lifecycle, including intake, tracking, execution, and archiving through contract management systems/database.
Support counsel and internal clients with redlines, revisions, and communication with counterparties.
Monitor contract compliance and key obligations, and coordinate renewals or amendments.
Assist with the continued development and revision of standard form agreements.
Corporate Governance & Entity Management
Maintain corporate records, including minutes, resolutions, bylaws, and organizational documents.
Coordinate annual filings, business licenses, and other regulatory filings, as required.
Assist in preparing board and committee materials and maintaining governance calendars.
Support compliance initiatives and corporate policies (e.g., signature authority, document retention).
General Legal Support
Assist with due diligence, audits, and internal or external inquiries.
Support implementation and internal training contract forms and procedures and legal / compliance SOPs.
Manage Legal Department’s internal intranet page and the Department’s employee-accessible SharePoint files.
Skills
Strong understanding of corporate governance principles.
Knowledge and understanding of global regulations and guidelines including but not limited to those related to GxP.
Ability to regularly communicate highly confidential information to senior level staff.
The ideal candidate will be flexible and willing to learn new procedures and skill sets.
Must be able to collaborate and work with other departments such as Clinical, Commercial, Finance, Research & Development, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain/Purchasing.
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and handle multiple contract negotiations simultaneously.
Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize effectively to deliver results within reasonably established timelines.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and related software.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication are essential in this collaborative work environment.
Education
Bachelor’s degree is required; paralegal certificate from an accredited program preferred.
Minimum 5 to 10 years of contracts and/or corporate experience, preferably in a biotech or pharma company.
Experience with reviewing confidentiality agreements, master service agreements, material transfer agreements and associated work orders, supply chain agreements, and clinical trial agreements.
Pay Rate Range: $60-67/hr depending on experience
The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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