Contract Manager or Sr. Contract Manager

Contract Manager or Sr. Contract Manager

Contract Manager or Sr. Contract Manager

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Fortvita Biologics is a biopharmaceutical company based in the San Francisco Bay Area specializing in antibody discovery and engineering, with platforms that span antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), bispecifics, and multispecifics. Our pipeline targets oncology, immunology, and neurodegenerative diseases and is supported by a team of over 100 across research, development, regulatory, and operational functions. With a global clinical presence and an emphasis on thoughtful design and agile execution, Fortvita is working to translate next-generation biologics from concept to clinic.

Summary

Fortvita is seeking an independent, dynamic, and experienced Contract Manager or Senior Contract Manager to support and streamline our contract management process across a range of business functions. This role will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and managing a high volume of contracts, ensuring operational efficiency, legal compliance, and timely support to internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and will possess a strong background in contract drafting – particularly within the biotech, pharma, or clinical research setting and be able to collaborate with cross-functional teams to enable the timely executions of agreements and minimize legal risk. This role requires Onsite, hybrid pr. This role reports to our General Counsel and will work closely with Finance, Procurement, Clinical Operations, R&D, Clinical Development, and Business Operations to support cross-functional contract needs. This is a hands-on role that will also contribute to improving contract processes, templates, and systems as the organization scales.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts across business functions, including but not limited to confidentiality agreements (CDAs), advisory agreements, consulting agreements, clinical research services agreements (CRSAs), vendor agreements, master services agreements (MSAs), statements of work (SOWs), clinical trial agreements, and amendments
• Coordinating the contract intake and triage process, ensuring timely responses to internal stakeholders and prioritization of high-urgency matters
• Acting as a liaison between Legal and business functions (e.g., Clinical Operations, R&D, Finance) to gather contract requirements, facilitate negotiations on standard terms, and ensure alignment on scope and deliverables
• Managing contract lifecycle workflows, including tracking status, approvals, signatures, and renewals
• Maintaining and updating templates and clause libraries
• Supporting contract compliance efforts, including ensuring the use of approved templates, identifying deviations from standard terms, and escalating issues appropriately
• Helping to establish or improve contract processes and systems, such as intake tools, trackers, and document management practices
• Assisting with diligence or audits involving contracts, as needed (e.g., for BD or internal risk assessments)

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Administration, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• 3-5 years for Contract Manager or 5+ years for Senior Contract Manager of experience in contract management within the biotech, pharmaceutical, or clinical research industries
• Proven track record of success in negotiating and managing contracts such as CTAs, CRSAs, MSAs, and vendor agreements
• Strong knowledge of contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools, redlining software (e.g., Microsoft Word Track Changes), and document repositories
• Abilities to manage cross-functional workflows and collaborate with diverse teams including Legal, Clinical, and Finance
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• JD, MBA, or an advanced degree in a relevant field
• Professional certifications in contract management (e.g., CPCM, CCCM, or CFCM)
• Experience with clinical research agreements, familiarity with ICH-GCP guidelines, and understanding of fair market value (FMV) considerations
• Background in process improvement or implantation of contract systems/tools
• Experience presenting to leadership collaborating with external legal counsel, or supporting due diligence

Compensation and Benefits Include:

• Competitive base salary, bonus, and equity for all employees
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off policy, including company holidays and floating holidays

Fortvita is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. This includes but not limited to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or hair texture and style. Harassment or discrimination on the basis of any protected trait is strictly prohibited.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement will be considered unsolicited, and Fortvita will not be obligated to pay any fees.

Additional Legal Disclaimers

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all new hires will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and complete Form I-9 upon hire.

Employment at Fortvita is at-will. This means that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advanced notice. This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed and does not constitute a contract or guarantee of employment. Fortvita reserves the right to modify job duties or responsibilities at any time, based on business needs.

Reasonable accommodation: If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Fortvita’s Human Resources team at We are dedicated to ensuring all applicants have equal access and opportunity throughout the recruitment process.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research and Legal Services

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