Summit Therapeutics Sub, Inc.
Corporate Counsel, CMC/Supply Chain
Summit Therapeutics Sub, Inc., Princeton, New Jersey, us, 08543
Overview of Role
The Corporate Counsel, CMC/Supply Chain is responsible for supporting the review, negotiation, and execution of critical company contracts across multiple departments. This position is part of the Legal Department and partners primarily with CMC/supply chain as well as clinical, quality, finance, research & development, IT and other internal clients from other departments to draft, review, and negotiate contracts that protect the company from risk, support company business objectives, and ensure compliance with company guidelines. Role and Responsibilities
Serve as the primary legal liaison for the company’s international CMC/supply chain business team Draft, review, and negotiate clinical and commercial supply and manufacturing agreements, statements of work, change orders, technical transfer agreements; vendor master service agreements and statements of work; real estate leases/subleases; professional services agreements; agency/placement agreements; IT/software license agreements; and confidentiality or non-disclosure agreements Liaises between the internal business units and external parties, ensuring that all legal and contractual matters are addressed efficiently and promptly; escalate matters, as necessary, to reduce company risk and help ensure company business objectives are met Ensure budgets, milestones, and KPIs align with business needs and company policies Promptly respond to complex inquiries regarding contract obligations and revisions Identify risks and issues, suggest alternatives that meet company business objectives while also reducing company risk Prepares and timely disseminates information regarding contract status, compliance, modifications, etc. Work with Intellectual Property Counsel to ensure appropriate handling of intellectual property issues in agreements Interacts with Compliance and Quality Assurance to ensure appropriate handling of compliance and quality matters, respectively Prepare template agreements, modify existing templates and prepare unique agreements as required Ensure clear and prompt communication with company employees, and outside parties regarding status of, or issues in, contracts Handle miscellaneous legal tasks or special assignments on an as-needed basis All other duties as assigned Experience, Education and Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Juris Doctorate
from an accredited law school, and admitted to a US state bar in good standing. Minimum of 5 years
of experience with contracting and negotiation at a law firm and/or in-house with a pharmaceutical, medical device, or healthcare company Prior CMC/supply chain contract negotiation experience with a pharmaceutical company Precise drafting and strong legal analysis skills, and knowledge of the regulations and statutes and industry guidelines impacting pharmaceutical research, development and commercial contracts including data privacy Proficient with Word and have a working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Access Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to work effectively and efficiently with all levels of management and personnel. Able to comprehend and manage business contracts and other complex documents Able to handle multiple projects in a timely manner Strong interpersonal skills including a strong sense of being a team player A keen understanding of business and the ability to diagnose legal problems and present positive, creative solutions and alternatives for management Strong organizational and planning skills and meticulous attention to detail Able to work independently while exercising initiative, flexibility and good judgment Works well under pressure to meet specific deadlines Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment Must be flexible due to rapidly changing business environment for a growth company The pay range for this role is
$168,500 - $198,500 per year. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include bonus, stock, benefits and/or other applicable variable compensation. Summit does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact Summit’s Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@smmttx.com to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to Summit.
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The Corporate Counsel, CMC/Supply Chain is responsible for supporting the review, negotiation, and execution of critical company contracts across multiple departments. This position is part of the Legal Department and partners primarily with CMC/supply chain as well as clinical, quality, finance, research & development, IT and other internal clients from other departments to draft, review, and negotiate contracts that protect the company from risk, support company business objectives, and ensure compliance with company guidelines. Role and Responsibilities
Serve as the primary legal liaison for the company’s international CMC/supply chain business team Draft, review, and negotiate clinical and commercial supply and manufacturing agreements, statements of work, change orders, technical transfer agreements; vendor master service agreements and statements of work; real estate leases/subleases; professional services agreements; agency/placement agreements; IT/software license agreements; and confidentiality or non-disclosure agreements Liaises between the internal business units and external parties, ensuring that all legal and contractual matters are addressed efficiently and promptly; escalate matters, as necessary, to reduce company risk and help ensure company business objectives are met Ensure budgets, milestones, and KPIs align with business needs and company policies Promptly respond to complex inquiries regarding contract obligations and revisions Identify risks and issues, suggest alternatives that meet company business objectives while also reducing company risk Prepares and timely disseminates information regarding contract status, compliance, modifications, etc. Work with Intellectual Property Counsel to ensure appropriate handling of intellectual property issues in agreements Interacts with Compliance and Quality Assurance to ensure appropriate handling of compliance and quality matters, respectively Prepare template agreements, modify existing templates and prepare unique agreements as required Ensure clear and prompt communication with company employees, and outside parties regarding status of, or issues in, contracts Handle miscellaneous legal tasks or special assignments on an as-needed basis All other duties as assigned Experience, Education and Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Juris Doctorate
from an accredited law school, and admitted to a US state bar in good standing. Minimum of 5 years
of experience with contracting and negotiation at a law firm and/or in-house with a pharmaceutical, medical device, or healthcare company Prior CMC/supply chain contract negotiation experience with a pharmaceutical company Precise drafting and strong legal analysis skills, and knowledge of the regulations and statutes and industry guidelines impacting pharmaceutical research, development and commercial contracts including data privacy Proficient with Word and have a working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Access Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to work effectively and efficiently with all levels of management and personnel. Able to comprehend and manage business contracts and other complex documents Able to handle multiple projects in a timely manner Strong interpersonal skills including a strong sense of being a team player A keen understanding of business and the ability to diagnose legal problems and present positive, creative solutions and alternatives for management Strong organizational and planning skills and meticulous attention to detail Able to work independently while exercising initiative, flexibility and good judgment Works well under pressure to meet specific deadlines Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment Must be flexible due to rapidly changing business environment for a growth company The pay range for this role is
$168,500 - $198,500 per year. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include bonus, stock, benefits and/or other applicable variable compensation. Summit does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact Summit’s Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@smmttx.com to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to Summit.
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