(CW) Contracts Associate (Legal Department) Contract

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

Who We Are BioMarin is a leading rare disease biotechnology company focused on genetically defined conditions. Guided by our purpose to develop medicines that make a profound impact on people’s lives, our global teams have delivered a portfolio of therapies since our founding in 1997. Our revolutionary treatments for conditions like achondroplasia (the most common form of dwarfism), PKU (phenylketonuria), CLN2, a form of Batten disease, and a number of forms of MPS (mucopolysaccharidosis) offer new possibilities for patients and families who previously had few, if any, available options. More recently, with the close of the Amicus acquisition, our portfolio has expanded to include therapies for Fabry disease and Pompe disease, expanding our ability to reach more people living with rare genetic conditions. Our success comes from our unwavering commitment to excellence, our deep understanding of patient needs, our scientific expertise, and our world‑class manufacturing capabilities. At the heart of BioMarin is a dedicated team of the brightest minds in the industry working together to deliver innovative therapies to patients and families around the world. It takes a village, and at BioMarin, our general and admin teams are the village behind our success. From the IT experts who manage our technology to the human resources professionals who hire the people who make it all possible, these teams support our organization and span all areas of operations.

Hybrid position; Candidate must be in-office in San Rafael on Tuesdays and Thursdays***

Contracts Associate-Contract role

BioMarin is seeking a Contracts Associate to join our Legal Department. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an organized, detail‑oriented professional to gain hands‑on experience supporting enterprise‑wide contracting within a dynamic biotechnology company.

The Contracts Associate will work closely with attorneys, Global Sourcing and Procurement (GSP), and business partners across the organization to draft, negotiate, track, and manage a high volume of contracts. Using established templates, playbooks, and procurement and contract management systems, the successful candidate will help facilitate efficient contract execution while ensuring compliance with Legal policies and procedures.

This position is well‑suited for candidates interested in pursuing law school/a legal career. Recent college graduates are eligible to apply.

• BioMarin offers competitive salaries and benefits with onsite amenities including collaborative indoor and outdoor spaces and an onsite coffee bar and café.

Contract Associate Responsibilities Include The Ability To

• Research prior contracting relationships with suppliers and other contracting parties.
• Draft and negotiate a variety of company agreements including Non-Disclosure Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Amendments, Scopes of Work, and Change Orders, using BioMarin templates, in BioMarin’s procurement and contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems.
• Utilize Legal Department playbooks and approved guidance to negotiate contracts within established parameters.
• Monitor and track a large volume of contracts from draft to final signatures using the CLM.
• Ensure company-wide compliance with BioMarin's contracting policy and procedures.
• Serve as a liaison among Legal, Global Sourcing and Procurement (GSP), business partners, and external contracting parties to facilitate contract review, negotiation, and execution.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders to understand and respond to contracting needs.
• Exercise sound judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine action, including identifying issues and escalating matters to in-house counsel when appropriate.
• Support Legal Department initiatives, including maintaining templates and playbooks, training users on contract management processes, and improving operational efficiencies.
• Provide support for departmental projects and cross‑functional initiatives as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work onsite at least two days per week (currently Tuesdays and Thursdays), with occasional additional onsite days as needed.
• Must be detail oriented, self‑motivated, a 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 the ability to interact professionally and timely with internal and external stakeholders including suppliers/partners, outside counsel, internal legal team, business partners, GSP, and other stakeholders; proactively communicate relevant issues and deadlines.
• Excellent organization and time management skills required; Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, work effectively in a fast‑paced environment with a heavy workload, and work under pressure.
• Strong technology aptitude and willingness to learn new systems, processes, and enterprise AI tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a contracts administrator or contracts associate.
• Coursework in legal studies or experience at a law firm or within an in‑house legal department of a public company.

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Ireland Safety Responsibility

Support the organisation’s commitment to environmental protection, injury prevention, and continual improvement of EHS management systems. Actively contribute to a safe and environmentally responsible workplace by identifying hazards, reporting incidents and participating in EHS initiatives and training.