Contracts Counsel (Manager)

This role will support our growing R&D organization by negotiating and managing a variety of clinical and research-related contracts including clinical trial agreements informed consent forms master services agreements collaboration agreements and related documents.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented thrives in a fast-moving environment and enjoys working closely with cross-functional teams particularly Clinical Operations and Research and Development.

Sobi has office locations in Raleigh NC and Waltham MA. This role is primarily remote with occasional travel required to our office locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft review and negotiate a wide range of clinical research agreements including but not limited to:
  • Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs)
  • Informed Consent Forms (ICFs)
  • Confidentiality Agreements (CDAs)
  • Collaboration and Investigator-Initiated Study Agreements
• Advise internal stakeholders on contract terms risk mitigation and compliance with applicable laws and industry standards (e.g. GCP FDA GDPR HIPAA).
• Partner closely with Clinical Operations and R&D teams to support clinical study execution and vendor relationships.
• Provide practical business-focused legal advice across the clinical and research contracting lifecycle.
• Support development and refinement of contract templates and policies and procedures related to contracting.
• Collaborate with Legal and Compliance colleagues on other ad hoc matters as needed.

Qualifications :

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school; admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 46 years of relevant legal experience with a significant focus on clinical contracting in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Direct experience supporting Clinical Operations R&D and/or Regulatory Affairs teams.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations governing clinical research.
• Excellent negotiation drafting and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced evolving environment.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset and a commitment to delivering practical solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• In-house experience at a biotech or pharmaceutical company especially in rare disease or clinical-stage environments.
• Familiarity with ex-U.S. clinical trial contracting and international regulations.

Additional Information :

Compensation and Total Rewards at Sobi

At Sobi we are dedicated to providing our employees with a comprehensive and industry-competitive total rewards package. Our compensation philosophy is designed to recognize and reward talent ensuring that your contributions are valued and reflected in your overall rewards.

Your total compensation at Sobi goes beyond just your base salary and annual bonus. It also includes a robust suite of benefits such as:

• A competitive 401(k) match to support your financial future.
• Tuition and wellness reimbursements to invest in your personal and professional growth.
• A comprehensive medical dental and vision package to prioritize your health and well-being.
• Additional recognition awards to celebrate your achievements.

The base salary range for this role is $106000-$145000. Each individual offer will be determined based on several factors including your experience qualifications and location. Additionally this role is eligible for both short-term and long-term bonuses as outlined in the plan details.

All Sobi employees need to demonstrate behaviors in line with Sobis core values: Care Ambition Urgency Ownership and Partnership. Are you ready to be on the Sobi team Come join a culture that empowers every person to be the person that makes a difference for rare disease.

Why Join Us

We are a global company with over 1700 employees in more than 30 countries and are committed to the societies where we operate. With a deeply skilled management team directing our day-to-day wins and a Board with a stellar track record were ready to take on the worlds diseases ailments and adversity. Our people believe they have the power to make a positive impact in others lives because thats exactly what we do here. If youre seeking a career that taps into your talents in a way that makes the world a better healthier place we just may have a job for you.

We know our employees are our most valuable asset and our culture conveys that. We offer a competitive benefits package to support the health and happiness of our staff.

Sobi Culture

At Sobi we refuse to accept the status quo. This is because we have witnessed first-hand the challenges facing those affected by rare diseases and have used this knowledge to shape our business to find new ways of helping them.

As a specialized biopharmaceutical company we are dedicated to rare diseases. And we see this focus as a strength. By effectively turning our research into ground-breaking treatments we help make medicine more accessible and open up more possibilities for patients and more opportunities for those caring for them. This has been our approach since day one but we know we cant change the world of rare diseases on our own. Accomplishing this requires strong partnerships with patients partners and stakeholders across the entire value chain. Together we define how our business can create solutions that serve the needs of those affected by rare diseases while facilitating sustainable growth.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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