Paralegal

New England Biolabs • Ipswich, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

New England Biolabs (NEB) is a biotechnology company focused on advancing science for the benefit of society. Founded in 1974, NEB is a global leader in the discovery and production of enzymes for molecular biology applications. The company has a corporate culture rooted in passion, humility, and authenticity, offering a dynamic and inclusive workplace. Joining NEB means contributing to meaningful scientific progress in a collaborative environment that values innovation and integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BSc) required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, or equivalent knowledge through relevant work experience.
• Prior experience as a Paralegal or Contracts Specialist; Senior Contracts Specialist experience preferred.
• Strong ability to interpret contract scope, terms, and the impact of contractual obligations on the company’s financial performance.
• Demonstrated creative problem‑solving skills and experience in process improvement.
• Competence in corporate compliance functions.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and administer various legal agreements, including confidentiality agreements, material transfer agreements, and other commercial agreements.
• Evaluate, manage and monitor contract performance to determine necessity for amendments or extensions of contracts, and compliance to contractual obligations.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, in-house attorneys, customers, distributors, and vendors to negotiate contracts and memorialize business objectives.
• Assist in projects concerning corporate compliance, corporate governance, and international business.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary profit-sharing bonus
• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan "ESOP" (eligible after two full years of service)
• Exceptional benefits package at a nominal cost to the employee including a 10% 401k match

What This Job Offers

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