Associate Director, Legal (San Diego/Hybrid)

Illumina•San Diego, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a position for an attorney with experience managing a broad range of commercial contracts and operational legal needs, as well as special projects and workstreams relating to complex transactions. Prior law firm experience and experience working in cross-functional teams in-house is preferred. This attorney will be based in San Diego, California. This is a full-time role, Monday through Friday, with an expectation of 2-3 in-office days per week and additional on-site presence as needed. The individual must reside in the San Diego area and be able to commute to our offices.

Requirements

15+ years of relevant legal experience
Strong structural legal drafting skills
Demonstrated strong strategic and analytical thinking
Proven track record as a team player with strong work ethic and self-starting attitude
Set and maintain high standards for self and the team
Clear communication and effective negotiating skills
Able to adapt and iterate seamlessly in a fast-paced environment
Approaches position with a ‘can do’ attitude
Exemplifies highest legal professional standards
J.D. degree from an accredited law school in the United States
Member of the CA bar or able to practice as an in-house attorney under CA out-of-state attorney rules.

Nice To Haves

Prior law firm experience and experience working in cross-functional teams in-house is preferred
Experience with public sector procurement contracts is a plus
Experience effectively and ethically using AI tools
Technical degree desired in chemistry, life sciences, engineering, material sciences, or related field is helpful, but not required
Knowledge of genetics and other biological sciences is beneficial

Responsibilities

Leading legal projects and workstreams related to complex commercial transactions and internal process management requiring in-depth consideration of multiple factors
Driving successful outcomes in complex customer negotiations by aligning contractual terms with strategic priorities and cultivating trusted relationships with key customers
Advising on, drafting, and negotiating high-value strategic customer agreements, serving as a key partner to business teams and maintaining critical customer relationships
Advising on various legal risks, pricing and other business strategies, as well as other issues related to commercial deals in a very dynamic and fast-paced environment
Reviewing and revising business documents and working closely with finance, commercial, business development, product marketing and other teams to accomplish company goals
Developing and improving processes that support contracting with customers, vendors, and collaborators
Collaborating cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to implement controls and operational processes aligned with contractual commitments, leveraging knowledge of internal procedures, risk frameworks, and approval authorities
Leading post M&A integration activities