Senior Counsel II / Corporate Counsel, Transactions

Altos Labs; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 284,800 - 365,100; Full time

Job summary

Altos Labs in Redwood City, California is seeking a Senior Counsel II to support the General Counsel in a dynamic startup environment. Responsibilities include drafting agreements, advising on compliance matters, and managing legal processes related to mergers and acquisitions.

The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of corporate experience, familiarity with intellectual property, and excellent communication skills. An attractive compensation range of $284,800 – $365,100 is offered, depending on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in corporate and licensing transactions in life sciences.
• Law firm experience is welcome.
• Admission to the California Bar or ability to qualify as Registered In-House Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate agreements with third parties.
• Support legal processes in corporate due diligence and acquisitions.
• Communicate with in-house and external counsel.

Skills

Corporate and licensing transactions

Negotiation of agreements

Intellectual property concepts

Excellent communication skills

Education

Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Senior Counsel II / Corporate Counsel, Transactions

Altos Labs is seeking a Senior Counsel II to support the General Counsel in a dynamic and fast‑paced startup environment. The role is based in Redwood City, California, and reports directly to the General Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Support General Counsel in drafting and negotiating agreements (including business services agreements, licensing and IP agreements, clinical trial agreements, collaborations, and the like) with third parties to develop favorable terms.
• Review agreements for accuracy, comprehensiveness, and compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Support legal processes in corporate due diligence, mergers, acquisitions, and complex business transaction matters.
• Communicate with in‑house and external counsel to prepare and manage transaction documents and deal matters.
• Advise stakeholders on contractual risk and compliance matters.
• Consult on general corporate and licensing legal matters.
• Build a collaborative partnership with other legal and business functions to ensure alignment of objectives and priorities.
• Develop business acumen and strategic legal skills as second chair to the General Counsel.
• Maintain current knowledge of legal developments and emerging industry trends.
• Manage outside counsel work product and budget, as needed.
• Be a model of high integrity.
• Other assignments and responsibilities as assigned by your manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in corporate and licensing transactions in the life sciences (Associate Director/Director level).
• Law firm experience welcome.
• Demonstrated experience in transactions involving and between companies (private or public).
• Familiarity with intellectual property concepts and licensing practices.
• Demonstrated experience supporting senior attorneys/partners in complex transactional work (e.g., asset acquisition, M&A).
• Relevant technical background (science or engineering degree(s)) a plus.
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA‑accredited law school.
• Admission to the California Bar or the ability to qualify as Registered In‑House Counsel.
• Knowledge of national regulations, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate law.
• Familiarity with corporate structures.
• Understanding of regional regulations and cross‑border transactions for for‑profit entities.
• Adept at working independently and reliably under tight timeframes in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Salary

Senior Counsel II: $284,800 – $365,100 (Redwood City, CA). Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Altos Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Altos prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.