Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The In-House Counsel/Biotech/R&D Counsel role is for an experienced attorney to support a NASDAQ biotechnology company by managing legal contracting and providing broad legal support across business functions.
Responsibilities and impact
The attorney will manage contracting processes for various agreements including confidentiality, CDMO, supply, service, and quality agreements, and assist with diverse legal matters as part of a small legal team.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers strong compensation and a hybrid work schedule as benefits.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 5+ years of attorney experience, with skills in managing contracts and supporting multiple business functions in a biotech setting.
Career development
This role offers a terrific growth opportunity within a collaborative legal team at a premier biotech company.
Work environment and culture
The work culture is collaborative with a small legal team and offers a hybrid work schedule.
Company information
The company is a premier Massachusetts-based NASDAQ-listed biotechnology firm engaged in research and development.
Team overview
The candidate will join a small, collaborative legal team reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer.
Job location and travel
The job is based in Massachusetts with a hybrid work schedule.
Unique job features
The role involves working across multiple business functions and managing a wide array of specialized biotech-related contracts.
Company overview
New England Legal Search is a premier legal recruiting firm specializing in placing attorneys in top law firms and corporate legal departments across the New England region. They generate revenue by providing recruitment services, earning fees from successful placements. Founded in 1982, the company has built a strong reputation for its deep industry knowledge and extensive network of legal professionals. Their commitment to personalized service and long-term relationships has made them a trusted partner in the legal community.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your 5+ years of legal experience, particularly in biotech or R&D environments, showcasing your ability to manage diverse contracting needs across multiple business functions such as finance, clinical operations, and quality assurance.
Highlight your expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing a variety of agreements including confidentiality agreements, CDMOs, supply and service contracts, statements of work, and quality agreements, as these are central to the role.
Apply through multiple platforms including New England Legal Search’s corporate career page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters and hiring managers.
Connect with current legal team members or the R&D division at New England Legal Search on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent biotech industry developments or asking about the collaborative culture within their legal team to start meaningful conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'contracting process,' 'biotech,' 'R&D counsel,' 'confidentiality agreements,' and 'clinical operations' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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