Life Sciences Supply Chain and Manufacturing Lawyer

We are seeking experienced and dynamic Contracting Lawyers with at least 5 years of in-house legal experience in the life sciences industry. Priority consideration will be given to candidates with experience in the medical device sector. 

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts specific to the medical device industry, including supply chain agreements, SaaS, IT, and procurement contracts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, IT, supply chain, and business development, to support the company's commercial objectives.
• Develop and implement best practices for contract management and risk mitigation.
• Assist in resolving contractual disputes and provide advice on risk assessment and management.
• Stay informed about industry trends and legal developments to proactively address potential impact on the business.
• Provide strategic legal guidance to internal stakeholders on contract-related issues and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of in-house legal experience within the life sciences industry, preferably with a focus on medical devices.
• Proven expertise in SaaS, IT, procurement, and supply chain contract management.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and commercial contracting within the med device industry.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Active admission to practice law in your state of primary residence.

Compensation, Benefits & Location:

This role offers a range of competitive compensation starting at $125,000 and a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits, 401K and more.  Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence.

Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services.

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Learn more about working at Axiom.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities: Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us at benefits@axiomlaw.com and include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. 

Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full privacy notice is available at https://www.axiomlaw.com/privacy-notice. 

Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work.

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