Director, Contracts Management and Legal Operations

At Kailera, we are bold, authentic and committed to our mission of developing therapies that give people the power to transform their lives and elevate their overall health. Rooted in an entrepreneurial spirit and a team-oriented culture, we are working together to advance Kailera’s mission to advance novel therapies for obesity and related conditions.
 
We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes collaboration, integrity, and excellence. As we expand, we seek the most talented individuals with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to join our team.

Preferred location is Waltham, MA or San Diego, CA. Will consider remote candidates.

What You'll Do:

The Director of Contracts Management and Legal Operations will build the contracting and operational foundation of the legal department.  This role will collaborate cross-functionally, work with third party vendors and partners, and ensure alignment with operational objectives and enterprise risk.  The role will develop the legal department infrastructure to scale the contracts function, as well as build a foundation for efficient work flow expansion through the department. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the review, edit, drafting and negotiation of contracts across the enterprise.
• Partner with business to evaluate risk and assist in the execution of a wide variety of contracts, including agreements for clinical and non-clinical studies, manufacturing and supply, consulting and professional services, research and development, privacy, quality, and general administrative functions.
• Manage external legal vendors and law firms to ensure timely execution of agreements, while ensuring alignment with budget constraints.
• Support business in dispute management and dispute resolution, including engaging and working with external counsel, establishing background factual information related to legal issues, and partnering with business units to efficiently resolve challenges.
• Build operational infrastructure of legal department necessary to support scale, including development of contract templates, playbooks, workflow tools and contract dashboards. Additional projects to include centralization of knowledge management, outside counsel standards, and budget management support.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in relevant role supporting a biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical company.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with close attention to detail and a solutions-oriented approach.
• Working knowledge and understanding of applicable healthcare law, contracts, intellectual property, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Outstanding organizational skills with ability to work efficiently and independently in a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts and provide practical, business advice to non-legal stakeholders.
• Strong collaborator with ability to build internal and external relationships, and to collaborate regularly with cross-functional networks.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a high-paced environment, and balance competing priorities and timelines.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school strongly preferred.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION: 

Kailera Therapeutics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age (40 and over), sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, domestic victim status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

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