Corporate Counsel I

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Medpace, a Cincinnati-based full-service clinical contract research organization, seeks an on-site corporate attorney to support Corporate Affairs. The role covers domestic and international transactions, governance, privacy compliance, and employment matters, with opportunities to advise across the enterprise.

The attorney will draft and negotiate agreements, monitor regulatory changes, and coordinate with outside counsel while supporting cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in Ohio or eligibility to become licensed.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate domestic and foreign agreements, including commercial, vendor, and SaaS/technology licenses.
• Manage third-party contracting processes and workflows.

Skills

Contract law

Corporate governance

Compliance

Negotiation

Litigation

Education

Juris Doctorate

Ohio Bar Admission

Job description

Job Summary

Our Corporate Affairs department is seeking an on-site experienced corporate 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) commercial transactions, corporate compliance, global privacy, governance, employment matters, litigation, and other areas as assigned.

Responsibilities

Commercial Transactions: Review, draft, and negotiate domestic and foreign agreements, including and commercial and vendor agreements, and SaaS / technology licenses. Manage third-party contracting process and workflows.

Compliance & Governance: Assist legal team in drafting and updating corporate compliance policies and SOP’s. Serve as a point of contact for matters of global privacy and data protection. Advise management on corporate policies, bylaws, and resolutions.

Regulatory Monitoring: Monitor changes in local, state, federal, and foreign laws and regulations, including government contracting, and advise management accordingly.

Risk Management: Identify potential legal and business risks in operations, strategic planning, and business development activities. Escalate legal risks to members of management, along with recommendations for resolution.

Outside Counsel Management: Identify appropriate outside counsel and oversee/coordinate outsourced legal work;

Cross-Functional Support: Provide or arrange for legal services for enterprise-wide or entity-wide scope support and administrative functions.

Qualifications

Education: Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.

Bar Admission: Licensed in Ohio or eligible to become licensed.

Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience at a law firm or in-house, or a combination of both.

Knowledge in contracts, corporate law, compliance, governance, collections, and general litigation.

Excellent negotiation, drafting, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to explain complex legal concepts in clear, business-friendly terms.

Self-starter who takes the initiative and is comfortable interacting cross-functionally as part of a team.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

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 6,000 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
• Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• Office based environment with on-site mentors
• Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
• Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
• Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
• An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

• Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
• Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
• Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
• Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports

Cincinnati Headquarters Experience

• A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity
• Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square
• Free on-site parking
• Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your application and if your profile matches our current needs, you will be contacted for an interview. While we review all applications carefully, we are unable to respond to every applicant, and only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.