Corporate Paralegal

Braveheart Bio • San Francisco, CA

58d • $119,000 - $165,000

About The Position

Braveheart Bio is a Bay Area–based biopharmaceutical company pioneering best-in-class therapies for cardiovascular disease. Our lead program is a next-generation myosin inhibitor, licensed from Hengrui Pharma, being developed to transform the treatment of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)—the most common inherited cardiac disease.
Currently in Phase 3 clinical development in China for the more common obstructive form of HCM, our candidate has demonstrated a compelling clinical profile that may position it as a best-in-class therapy with meaningful differentiation.
With a proven leadership team, a strong financial foundation, and a high-value late-stage asset, Braveheart Bio represents an outstanding opportunity for ambitious, mission-driven professionals to make a tangible impact in a high-profile and rapidly evolving therapeutic area.
The Corporate Paralegal will provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to the Legal function at Braveheart Bio, with a strong focus on contracting, equity administration, and corporate governance. This individual will partner closely with and report directly to Braveheart’s internal Head of Legal, and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support negotiation, execution, and administration of agreements while ensuring accurate, timely maintenance of corporate records and governance requirements. This is a high-impact role for a growing organization and requires exceptional attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of experience as a corporate or contracts paralegal, preferably in a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or related life-sciences environment or at a law firm supporting similar clients
• Strong knowledge of contract structures, legal terminology, equity, and corporate governance processes
• Excellent organizational and project management skills and a high level of attention-to-detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across levels and functions, working successfully with directors, outside counsel, internal stakeholders, and counterparties
• Ability to manage multiple priorities (and re-prioritize on short time frames), meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative and team-oriented, but can also work independently with supervision
• Flexible, proactive, and hands-on mindset with a roll-up-your-sleeves, can-do attitude
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters; good judgment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, etc.), various cloud sharing sites (e.g., Box, data rooms, etc.), Adobe, and Docusign

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program
• Experience with clinical-stage or late-stage biotechnology companies and associated agreements
• Experience with contract lifecycle management systems (e.g., Ironclad), board management software, and SEC/compliance software (e.g., Workiva)

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and edit routine/contracts, including NDAs, service agreements and associated SOWs, consulting agreements, material transfer agreements, and clinical trial agreements
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including intake, tracking, routing, execution, and archiving, ensuring audit-ready documentation and compliance with internal controls
• Support counsel and internal stakeholders with redlines, revisions, and communications with counterparties
• Monitor contract compliance, key terms, and renewal timelines; coordinate amendments or extensions as needed
• Assist with ongoing development, organization, and revision of standard contract templates and playbooks
• Provide support for special projects like financing, including by managing workflow checklists, due diligence coordination, and similar activities
• Maintain and update corporate records, including minutes, resolutions, bylaws, and other foundational documents
• Assist with preparing board and committee materials, maintaining governance calendars, and organizing meeting documentation
• Support IPO readiness initiatives and potential SEC-related matters, such as filings, questionnaires, and calendaring/logistics
• Support equity-related initiatives, such as capitalization table management, reporting (e.g., Section 16), and trading administration (e.g., 10b5-1 plans, trading windows, etc.)
• Support the drafting and implementation of, and training on, company policies and procedures
• Assist legal team leaders with budget and invoice activities with respect to outside counsel and other vendors
• Work closely with the Head of Legal on broader legal strategies, including the establishment of organizational frameworks, procedures, and instructions and the adoption and implementation of systems
• Coordinate with outside counsel, consultants, and interns as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level