Interim Commercial Counsel

Major, Lindsey & Africa; Gaithersburg (MD); Remote; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences organization is seeking an Interim Commercial Counsel with significant experience in securities filings and commercial contract negotiation. The role requires a JD from a reputable law school and extensive transactional experience in advising life sciences clients. The position is remote on the East Coast, offering an exciting opportunity for qualified candidates to contribute to pivotal company initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a top law firm or in-house advising life sciences clients.
• Proficient in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements like MSAs and NDAs.
• Familiar with securities filings including 10-Qs and S-1s.

Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate, and draft various commercial agreements.
• Assist with Phase III clinical trial agreements as needed.
• Prepare and file securities materials.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Drafting

Securities Filings

Education

JD from a well-respected, national law school

Job description

Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Interim Legal Talent group has an immediate need for an Interim Commercial Counsel.
Overview: Our client seeks a skilled commercial counsel to assist with securities filings and contract review, negotiation, and drafting.
Company: Our client is a clinical stage life sciences organization using mRNA applications to treat autoimmune diseases.
Experience: Eight or more years of transactional experience acquired in a top law firm or in-house environment advising life sciences clients.
Location: East Coast remote.

Responsibilities Include:

• Review, negotiate, and draft myriad commercial agreements including main service agreements (MSAs), material transfer agreements (MTAs), non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), joint venture agreements (JVAs), consulting agreements, and licensing agreements.
• Assist with Phase III clinical trial agreements as needed.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of securities and governance materials including: 10-Qs, 10-Ks, 8Ks, and registration statements (S-1s and S-3s).

Qualifications Include:

• Excellent academic credentials including a law degree from a well-respected, national law school.
• Eight or more years’ legal experience acquired in a top law firm or in-house environment advising life sciences clients on commercial matters.
• Experience negotiating and drafting a variety of commercial agreements including MSAs, MTAs, NDAs, JVAs, consulting agreements, and licensing agreements.
• Command of issues associated with preparation and filing of 10-Qa, 10-Ks, 8-Ks, S-1s, and S-3s.

Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page: https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources

All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration.
Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.




Bullhorn Job ID: 225075