Contracts Associate Legal Department

Job Description

Job Description

Contracts Associate Legal Department

Location: San Rafael, CA (Hybrid Onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Duration: 1-Year Contract with Potential to Extend
Industry: Biotechnology / Pharmaceuticals
Pay: $40-45/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Contracts Associate to support the Legal Department of a leading biotechnology company. This individual will assist with drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing a high volume of contracts while collaborating with Legal, Procurement, and internal business teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for recent college graduates, aspiring legal professionals, or individuals with contract administration experience looking to gain hands-on corporate legal experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements, including NDAs, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), amendments, and change orders using approved templates.

• Track and manage contracts from initial drafting through final execution using Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems.

• Research existing supplier agreements and contracting relationships.

• Collaborate with Legal, Procurement, internal stakeholders, and external vendors to facilitate contract execution.

• Ensure compliance with company contracting policies and procedures.

• Identify contractual issues and escalate complex matters to legal counsel as needed.

• Maintain contract records, templates, and documentation.

• Support process improvements and other Legal Department initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

• Strong written and verbal communication, proofreading, and editing skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

• Ability to quickly learn new systems, including contract management platforms and AI tools.

• Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable working collaboratively across departments.

• Ability to work onsite in San Rafael on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in contract administration, legal support, or procurement.

• Experience working in a law firm or corporate legal department.

• Legal studies coursework or an interest in pursuing a legal career.

• Familiarity with contract drafting, negotiation, or CLM systems.

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