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COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Every Exelixis employee is united in an ambitious cause: to launch innovative medicines that give patients, and their families hope for the future. In this pursuit, we know our employees are our most valuable asset. After operating in the challenging biotech sector for 25 years, we have a proven track record of resiliency in the face of adversity. The success of our lead product has provided a solid commercial foundation allowing us to reinvigorate our research efforts and grow our team in areas such as Drug Discovery, Clinical Development and Commercial.

As we expand our global partnerships and further reinvest in R&D to help us discover the next breakthrough for difficult-to-treat cancers, we’re seeking to add talented, dedicated employees to power our mission.

Cancer is our cause. Make it yours, too.

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:

The Senior Corporate Counsel, PSC Contracts takes a legal supporting role to the Pharmaceutical Operations and Supply Chain (PSC) team, as well as other departments in conjunction with other members of the Legal team.  This function will support many critical business relationships for the company, drafting and negotiating definitive and ancillary agreements in furtherance of those relationships, and assisting with the organization of processes necessary and helpful for Exelixis to transact efficiently and effectively. This function will also work with Legal and operational colleagues to support carrying out the company’s clinical activities and R&D transactions with efficiency and reflecting an appreciation for an appropriate level of business and legal risk.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as a legal point person for contracts in support of PSC.

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with a high degree of independence in support of PSC (primary client group) and, as needed, in support of Clinical Development teams (which may include: confidentiality agreements, simple and complex clinical trial agreements, research use licenses, side letter agreements, services agreements, amendments to collaboration agreements, manufacturing service agreements and various other types of agreements). 

• Review redlines, supervise and participate in negotiations, and provide general guidance to junior attorneys and contract managers.

• Assist with maintaining up to date form agreements consistent with industry standards and applicable laws.

• Identify and define operational and legal risks and be able to communicate those risks to appropriate internal decision-makers for discussion and resolution.  

• Cultivate strong and highly effective cross-functional relationships and communication with internal colleagues to effectively address legal and business questions.

• Effectively represent the company.

• Handle miscellaneous legal tasks on an as-needed basis.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise contracts managers and junior attorneys; provide direction to other individuals.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Education:

• BS/BA degree, preferably in life sciences or a related field.

• JD degree required and must be admitted to practice, preferably in California.

Experience:

• At least 6 years of experience as an attorney in a law firm or in-house corporate legal environment in the biotechnology or pharmaceuticals industry.

• Drug development and manufacturing contract drafting and negotiation experience and interpreting complex agreement terms is required.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Possesses clear and concise verbal and written communication skills, and must have excellent interpersonal communication skills.  Also requires strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Litera, and Contract Management Systems).

• Must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and with the ability to re-prioritize on short time frames.

• Acts responsibly and conscientiously.

• Works under pressure to meet specific deadlines.

• Works independently and in a team environment.

• Dedicated to quality, reliability, and highest professional standards in all work tasks.

• Must be a self-starter and quick learner.

• Must have good judgment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

·Environment: Offices are located in Alameda, CA.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this position is $222,000 - $316,000 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate’s geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.

In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

DISCLAIMER 

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.