Contracts Manager 2

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE

The Contracts Manager II is responsible for drafting, negotiating and managing a variety of contracts supporting Exelixis' research, development, and supply chain functions, providing key support to advance Exelixis' mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft, negotiate and manage a wide range of contracts (which may include confidentiality agreements, consulting and service agreements, materials transfer agreements, research agreements, clinical study agreements, and various vendor services agreements) under close supervision.

• Advise and troubleshoot on existing agreements under supervision.

• Define risks related to contracts documents and relationships, and be able to communicate those risks to appropriate internal decision-makers for discussion and resolution.

• Interact with various internal clients effectively to address legal and business questions.

• Handle miscellaneous legal tasks on an as needed basis under supervision.

• Maintain and track status for contracts.

• Provide support to in-house attorneys as requested.

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Complies with all policies and standards

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education

• BS/BA degree in related discipline and 7 years of related experience; or

• JD preferred; or

• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Bachelor's degree and 2 - 3 years of in-house experience at a biotechnology, pharmaceutical or high-tech company, with a focus on contract drafting and negotiation

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required:

• Thorough understanding of the contract management process, including tracking, negotiation, approval and signature processes.

• Ability to work both independently and effectively across a variety of functional groups (such as Commercial, Research and Development, CMC, Human Resources, Finance, Facilities, IT and Investor Relations) and all levels of management.

• Flexible and willing to learn new procedures and skill sets.

• Must be detail oriented and have strong organizational skills.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Ability to prioritize; must be responsible and conscientious.

• Ability to work under pressure to meet specific deadlines.

• Dedication to quality and reliability in all work tasks.

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of the drug discovery and development process and ability to understand risks and requirements associated with pharmaceutical contracting preferred.

• Experience with or knowledge of paralegal support tasks, with a focus on intellectual property matters or corporate matters, preferred. Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills; must have excellent interpersonal communication skills. Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Travel Requirements

• 0% This position does not require travel.

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Location: Alameda, CA

Range for this position: $137,000 - $173,000

The base pay offered will take into account job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

Exelixis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless undue hardship and/or a direct threat to the health and/or safety of the individual or others would result.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the recruiting process, please email us at: [email protected].

Exelixis is an E-Verify employer.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.

DISCLAIMER: 
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.