Senior Corporate Counsel, Contracts

Exelixis • Alameda, CA

80d • $222,000 - $316,000

About The Position

The Senior Corporate Counsel, Contracts takes a supporting role in setting the material terms of the many business transactions undertaken by the company, the drafting and negotiation of definitive and ancillary agreements reflecting those terms, and the organization of processes necessary and helpful for Exelixis to transact efficiently and effectively. This function also plays a transactional oversight role, working with Legal and operational colleagues to help ensure that the company’s R&D activities and transactions are carried out with efficiency and reflect an appreciation for an appropriate level of business and legal risk.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree, preferably in life sciences or a related field; an advanced life science degree is preferred.
• JD degree is required.
• Minimum of six to eight years of relevant experience.
• Must be admitted to practice law, preferably in California.
• Experience as an attorney in a law firm or in-house legal environment in biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Complex contract drafting and negotiation experience required, including a significant volume of contracts in support of drug Research & Development activities.

Nice To Haves

• Possesses clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, document management systems, and redlining software).
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and re-prioritize on short time frames.
• Ability to make complex decisions based on the data available.
• Self-starter and quick learner.
• Good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Drafts, reviews, and negotiates a wide range of contracts with a very high degree of independence in support of the Research and Development organizations.
• Acts as a legal point person for ongoing agreements in support of R&D efforts.
• Reviews redlines, supervises negotiations and provides general guidance to junior attorneys and contracts managers.
• Assists with maintaining up-to-date form agreements consistent with industry standards and applicable laws.
• Identifies and defines operational and legal risks and communicates those risks to appropriate internal decision-makers for discussion and resolution.
• Cultivates strong and highly effective cross-functional relationships and communication with internal colleagues to effectively address legal and business questions.
• Effectively represents the company.
• Handles miscellaneous legal tasks on an as-needed basis.

Benefits

• 401k plan with generous company contributions.
• Group medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Opportunity to purchase company stock.
• Long-term incentives.
• 15 accrued vacation days in the first year.
• 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December.
• Up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees