Corporate Attorney

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical contract research organization seeks an experienced Attorney to support corporate governance, compliance, and legal matters. The candidate will provide legal services, manage third-party contracts, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This role offers opportunities for professional growth within a reputable company located in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center

Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience at a law firm or in-house.
• Knowledge in corporate compliance and governance, contracts, collections, and/or general litigation preferred.
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal services for enterprise-wide supports.
• Advise on US Securities Law and immigration matters.
• Manage third-party contracting process.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Job Summary

Our Corporate Affairs department is seeking an experienced Attorney for our growing team. Corporate Affairs acts as in-house counsel for Medpace, and its domestic and international subsidiaries. Areas of legal practice include (but are not limited to) corporate governance, employment matters, global privacy, litigation and other areas as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide or arrange for legal services for enterprise-wide or entity-wide scope support and administrative functions;
• Act as a point of contact for matters of global privacy, data protection and compliance;
• Advise on US Securities Law, government contracting and immigration matters;
• Review and draft contracts, manage third party contracting process;
• Identify appropriate outside counsel and oversee/coordinate outsourced legal work;
• Identify potential legal issues in operations, strategic planning, and business development activities and bring to attention of appropriate members of management, along with recommendations for how to address or resolve to minimize legal risk to the organization;
• Maintain current working knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and court decisions and advise management appropriately;
• Ensure SOPs are in place to promote compliance with applicable laws and regulations; and
• Focus on general corporate matters, with emphasis on compliance and global privacy.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate with 3-5 years of experience at a law firm or in-house;
• Knowledge in corporate compliance and governance, contracts, collections and/or general litigation is preferred;
• Experience with corporate governance and securities transactions is preferred;
• Experience with US or Internal labor and employment law is preferred;
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills; and
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.

The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Cincinnati Perks

• Cincinnati Campus Overview
• Flexible work environment
• Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives
• Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
• Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
• Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Awards

• Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer

• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.