Manager, Contracts
Job Description
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Welcome to an inspired career
At Halozyme, we are proud of what we do, and we continue to do more. That is why we need you-to help us make a significant impact by taking on increasingly complex challenges, leaping beyond the status quo and advancing our mission.
Join us as a Legal Contracts Manager and you will be part of a culture that welcomes diversity, think differently to solve problems, work collaboratively as one team, and deliver meaningful innovations that impact people's lives.
How you will make an impact
As a Legal Contracts Manager, you have expert knowledge of contract life cycle management (CLM) and in this role will oversee and lead all aspects of the contract development process, from initial drafting through execution and analysis, and administering corporate legal processes. The Contracts Manager develops, negotiates and leads contracts throughout the organization. This role requires an individual with a strong understanding of contract law, exceptional negotiation skills, the ability to work collaboratively with various departments to facilitate the execution of agreements that align with Halozyme's strategic goals and comply with industry regulations, and the ability to implement and optimize CLM software solutions to streamline processes and ensure compliance.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Develop and implement contract management policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance with legal and organizational standards.
Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting through execution, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with legal and Halozyme standards.
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal team members, including commercial, regulatory, clinical operations, finance, and business development teams, on all contract-related inquiries.
Apply expert knowledge of CLM systems to automate and optimize contract creation, storage, retrieval, and reporting functions.
Extend mentorship and aid to team members in adopting CLM software and implementing standard methodologies for contract management.
Review, negotiate, and finalize a variety of contracts, including consulting agreements, services agreements, confidentiality agreements, statements of work, change orders, and potentially other types of agreements depending on experience.
Review contract requests for consistency with Halozyme's requirements and policies and respond to requests according to current priorities.
Complete initial review and redline of contracts with escalations to attorneys as required.
Support the creation of contracts by gathering and vetting required inputs, including business terms from a variety of functional owners.
Perform review of mature contracts and manage renewals and amendments.
Conduct risk assessments and propose mitigation strategies to manage contractual risks.
Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of relevant laws, regulatory requirements, and industry standards that may impact Halozyme's contractual agreements.
Support the resolution of contractual disputes and assist with legal actions if necessary.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
Bachelor's degree plus 8 years' work experience (a combination of experience and education may be considered)
A minimum of 5 years of experience working in the legal department of a biotech or pharmaceutical company, with a focus on the contract review process (from drafting through execution)
Proficient in the use of CLM software, such as Ironclad.
Proved track record of improving contract management processes through the implementation of technology solutions.
High degree of ability to use analytical reasoning, logical deduction, reading comprehension with attention to detail and the ability to think critically
Ability to collaborate with diverse partners, including colleagues, vendors, CROs, CDMOs, service providers, consultants, collaboration partners, and clinical sites in a highly professional manner
Outstanding attention to detail and adaptability to new and/or evolving processes
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, Adobe, and DocuSign
Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information appropriately
A certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program preferred
In return, we offer you:
Hybrid work flexibility requires working in office Tuesday - Thursday
Full and comprehensive benefit program, including an Employee Stock Purchase Program and 401(k) matching
Opportunities to grow in a culture that prioritizes learning, development and progression through in-house programs and tuition reimbursement
A collaborative, innovative team that works as one to amplify your impact-on your career, the work you do and patients' lives.
Halozyme, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
The most likely base pay range for this position is $111K - $166K per year. Several factors, such as experience, tenure, skills, and particular business needs, will determine an individual's exact level of compensation. Base salary is only one element of employee compensation at Halozyme. Total compensation could include bonuses, sales incentives, and equity awards.
AccessibilityandReasonableAccommodations:
Halozyme is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our application process. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, contact Human Resources at hrbox@halozyme.com.
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