Paralegal

Protara Therapeutics, Inc.•New York, NY

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Protara is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Paralegal to support the Legal & Compliance function focused on developing innovative therapies for patients with NMIBC (non-muscle invasive bladder cancer) and rare diseases. This role will provide broad legal and administrative support across contracting, commercial, clinical, regulatory, intellectual property, corporate governance, and compliance activities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment and have experience supporting legal operations within the life sciences, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology industries. This person must be able to come into the NYC office twice a week.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is required.
3–7 years of paralegal experience, preferably within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, medical devices, or a highly regulated industry
Experience supporting in-house legal departments strongly preferred
Experience with contract management systems and legal operations tools
Understanding legal and regulatory frameworks applicable to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or life sciences companies.
Strong contract administration and document management skills.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal technology platforms.
Must be proficient in the MS Office Suite.
Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and build strong relationships
Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task successfully in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are essential
It is essential that this individual demonstrates the ability to work with highly confidential information.
Ability to manage both day-to-day operations as well as project work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team setting.
Proficiency in data mining/data extraction.
Demonstrated experience working with and presenting to senior level management.
Ability to work through uncertainty.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred.
Knowledge of clinical research, drug development, and healthcare compliance concepts preferred.
Experience supporting companies focused on oncology, rare diseases, biologics, or specialty therapeutics.
Familiarity with FDA regulations, GxP environments, Sunshine Act reporting, and international compliance requirements.
Experience working with intellectual property portfolios and external patent counsel.
Experience supporting publicly traded biotechnology companies is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation, review, tracking, and administration of a wide variety of agreements, including: Confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), Clinical trial agreements, Vendor and consulting agreements, Master service agreements (MSAs), Research collaboration agreements, Licensing and manufacturing agreements, Sponsorship and grant agreements
Manage contract lifecycle processes, including intake, execution, filing, renewals, and reporting
Maintain contract management systems and legal databases to ensure accurate records and accessibility
Coordinate contract signatures through Docusign
Assist with corporate entity management, including maintaining corporate records, minute books, resolutions, and governance documentation
Prepare materials for board meetings and committee meetings as requested
Support annual filings and corporate compliance requirements
Partner closely with Finance, Research & Development, Commercial and Human Resources teams
Serve as a trusted resource for business stakeholders seeking guidance on legal processes and documentation