Associate General Counsel

Summary

Join Personalis, a leader in personalized cancer testing, as their Associate General Counsel. You will provide comprehensive legal support across commercial and corporate matters, working closely with the SVP, Chief Legal Officer, and internal stakeholders. This role demands strong business acumen, excellent legal judgment, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial transactions, compliance, and risk management. You will draft and negotiate agreements, develop compliance programs, advise on legal and regulatory changes, and provide counsel on employment matters. Personalis offers a competitive compensation package and benefits.

Requirements

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Bar Membership: Must be a member in good standing of the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Experience: Associate General Counsel: 7+ years of relevant legal experience, with at least 3+ years in a corporate legal department
• Strong experience in commercial contracts and compliance

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the business development team and outside counsel to ensure efficient and effective deal execution
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including NDAs, customer vendor agreements, licensing agreements, and partnership contracts that align with business goals and comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Help develop and implement company-wide compliance programs, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements such as data privacy, employment law, and anti-bribery
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on any necessary adjustments to processes or policies
• Provide advice on employment matters, including employee relations, workplace policies, and disputes
• Assist with managing and overseeing outside counsel in litigation matters
• Proactively work to minimize litigation risks and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
• Act as a legal business partner by providing pragmatic legal advice that balances risk and opportunity
• Assist with the protection of intellectual property, including patents, trademarks and copyrights, and with managing IP-related disputes
• Develop and conduct training sessions on legal topics, including contract negotiation, compliance, and ethical standards
• Draft and maintain internal policies to ensure the company complies with evolving laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

Strong plus for privacy experience, specifically negotiating contracts with UK- and EU-based large pharmaceutical customers and academic collaborators that include Data Protection Agreements and GDPR clauses

Benefits

• Annual performance-based bonus (or a sales incentive plan)
• Long-term incentive units (equity)
• Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) match
• ESPP
• Tuition reimbursement
• Sick/vacation time
• Commuter benefits/ EV charging stations
• Onsite gym
• Wellness benefits