Contracts Associate: Lead Negotiations & Compliance

BioSpace; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

BioMarin, a biotechnology company focused on rare genetic diseases, is seeking a Contracts Associate to join our Legal Department in a contract role. The position offers hands-on experience supporting enterprise-wide contracting, drafting, negotiating, and tracking a high volume of agreements using BioMarin templates and CLM systems.

The role collaborates with attorneys, Global Sourcing and Procurement, and business partners, and is well-suited for candidates pursuing a legal career.

Qualifications

• Ability to work onsite at least two days per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays) with occasional additional onsite days.
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, quick learner, and have a strong work ethic.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with professionals including suppliers/partners and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent organization and time management; can handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Research prior contracting relationships with suppliers and other contracting parties.
• Draft and negotiate a variety of company agreements including NDAs, MSAs, Amendments, Scopes of Work, and Change Orders using BioMarin templates.
• Utilize playbooks and CLM systems to negotiate contracts within defined parameters.
• Monitor and track a large volume of contracts from draft to final signatures.
• Ensure compliance with BioMarin contracting policy and procedures.
• Serve as a liaison among Legal, GSP, business partners, and external contracting parties.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders to understand contracting needs.
• Exercise judgment within defined procedures and escalate to in-house counsel when appropriate.
• Support Legal initiatives, maintain templates and playbooks, and train users on contract management processes.
• Provide support for departmental projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Detail oriented

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Tech aptitude

Microsoft Office

Legal contracting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

BioMarin, a biotechnology company focused on rare genetic diseases, is seeking a Contracts Associate to join our Legal Department in a contract role. The position offers hands-on experience supporting enterprise-wide contracting, drafting, negotiating, and tracking a high volume of agreements using BioMarin templates and CLM systems.

The role collaborates with attorneys, Global Sourcing and Procurement, and business partners, and is well-suited for candidates pursuing a legal career.