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Manager, Contracts and Legal Operations

Foster City

 

MISSION

Mirum Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the treatment of rare diseases. We are passionate about advancing scientific discoveries to become important medicines for rare disease patients. We are collaborative, creative, and experienced professionals and we’re looking to augment our team with other individuals who embody our values: care, be real, get it done, and have fun, seriously.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

Mirum is seeking a Manager, Contracts and Legal Operations, who will partner with internal stakeholders to draft, redline, review, negotiate and execute clear agreements with external business partners and providers. The types of agreements include a variety of commercial and clinical trial agreements, including software licensing, Master Services Agreements, Statements of Work, Manufacturing, Supply, Quality, Consulting Agreements and well as the full suite of Clinical trial agreements (CTAs, QTAs, LOIs and PI acknowledgements). This role will prepare, negotiate, and manage contracts and/or contract activities across multiple functions and domestic and international environments using an internal contract management system. The successful candidate will have significant experience in contracts drafting and negotiations in the pharma industry, as well as experience working in fast-paced, start-up, high growth environments.

JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Structure, draft, redline, review and negotiate contracts: Ensure accuracy and appropriateness of contract language relative to the business need, compliance with all laws and regulations and company policies and procedures.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support and enhance legal operations.
  • Manage and support a CLM platform (preferably DocuSign CLM).
  • Develop and implement effective processes and procedures to streamline legal operations.
  • Develop new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and provide user training for effective implementation.
  • Structure, draft, and negotiate contract terms based on strategy discussions, key stakeholder input, approved contract standard terms and conditions, and organizational needs and expectations.
  • Ensure that the contract is complete, accurate and all risks have been identified to the business owner and the proper reviews/approvals completed prior to execution.
  • Work with business owners on any amendments, contract terminations, and/or contract renewals.
  • Ensure contracts are recorded and maintained in the repository.
  • Contract Management: Ensure that contracts are properly documented into the contract repository.
  • Assist with the development and maintenance of templates.
  • Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with internal policies and legal requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the organization to understand business needs and align legal operations accordingly.
  • Assist with other projects as needed/requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

  • Minimum 5+ years’ experience in contracts management required.
  • Experienced professional in contract drafting, review, redline, negotiation and finalization with the ability to understand and draft complex legal and business terms.
  • Experience with a variety of commercial agreements preferred.
  • Solid understanding of legal terminology and contract management software.
  • Experience in Life Science or Biotechnology industries required.
  • Familiarity with international agreements preferred.
  • Knowledge of international organizational structures preferred.
  • Detail oriented, strong organizational skills and ability to work independently in a start-up environment.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate sound judgement even in ambiguous situations.
  • Ability to operate with a sense of urgency.
  • Willingness and ability to work with high volume of contracts.
  • Business acumen and ability to understand business needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Problem Solving/Legal and Business Analysis
  • Customer-Service/Client Focus
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Time management skills
  • Decision Making
  • Desire to learn
  • Proficient in SharePoint, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Box, Contracts Lifecycle Management software.

The salary range for this position is $148,000 to $160,000 USD. Compensation will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to; skill set, years of experience, and the employee’s geographic location. Please note that the required compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits unless otherwise provided.

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