Contracts Attorney

Summary

Join Taconic Biosciences as a Contracts Attorney and play a crucial role in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating various contracts. This primarily remote position offers a competitive salary ($120,000-$130,000) and excellent benefits. You will provide legal advice to internal stakeholders, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with legal standards. Success requires strong legal judgment, business acumen, and collaborative skills. The ideal candidate will have a JD, 3+ years of relevant experience, and a strong understanding of contract law. Occasional travel to New York sites is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required
• Active and good standing membership in at least one U.S. state bar
• Minimum 3 years of relevant legal experience, with a focus on contract law and transactional work (preferably a combination of in-house and law firm experience)
• Strong understanding of business and contract law; general understanding of intellectual property law concepts
• Excellent legal writing, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of contracts, including confidentiality-nondisclosure agreements, vendor agreements, master product and services agreements, and consulting contracts
• Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, and risks
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, sales, IT, and other departments to ensure alignment on contract terms
• Assist with contract lifecycle management, including organization, tracking, renewal, and termination processes
• Maintain and update standard templates and contract playbooks
• Provides training to other departments on contract requirements and other legal matters
• Conduct legal research and stay current with applicable laws and regulations affecting the business

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in the life sciences or biotechnology industry is strongly preferred
• Experience with contract management systems is a plus

Benefits

• Insurance within 30 days or less which includes options for medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and more!
• 20 days paid time off plus 6 additional holidays and 1 floating holiday
• Annual Bonus Program
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Commitment to training and providing you with the skills you need for success
• All employees receive access to 24/7 telemedicine (including mental health), short- and long-term disability and life insurance