Senior Director, Legal Counsel
$315k - $367.5kCytokinetics
Cytokinetics seeks a Senior Director of Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance on corporate transactions, licensing agreements, and acquisitions. The role combines independent legal analysis with cross-functional leadership, reporting to the SVP, Deputy General Counsel, and requires hybrid work in South San Francisco.
Responsibilities
- Lead or participate in negotiating complex corporate arrangements and business development transactions
- Draft and negotiate contracts with focus on indemnities, liability limits, intellectual property, and regulatory matters
- Evaluate and implement legal technology solutions to improve operational efficiency
- Provide independent legal leadership on critical issues and manage outside counsel relationships
Requirements
- JD degree and active bar membership in at least one U.S. state
- 10+ years in-house counsel experience in biotech, pharma, or healthcare
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills for complex agreements
- Ability to independently manage legal matters and lead cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and oral communication abilities
- California bar admission or Registered In-House Counsel status preferred
Compensation: $315,000-$367,500 base salary
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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