BioMADE

Assistant General Counsel

BioMADE

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Emeryville • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $200,000 - $275,000 per year

About the role

  • Under the supervision of the General Counsel, serve as a key legal point of contact to BioMADE’s business teams and work closely with internal stakeholders to assist with drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of commercial agreements, including those related to employment, licensing, independent contractors, vendor relationships, construction and technology.
  • Support the General Counsel in advising the business on transactions, corporate structure and entity management (including intercompany agreements), and corporate governance.
  • Assist in identifying and assessing legal risks, proactively supporting the development and implementation of strategies to mitigate potential issues.
  • Collaborate with the General Counsel on legal strategy, risk management, and engagement with outside counsel and consultants.
  • Help maintain and improve contract processes, policies, procedures and templates to allow our team to scale.
  • Develop and deliver compliance training programs.
  • As assigned, support litigation matters by assisting with discovery, legal research, and coordination with outside counsel.
  • Assist in internal investigations and responses to regulatory inquiries as needed.
  • Perform special projects and other legal responsibilities as assigned to meet BioMADE’s business needs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • J.D. degree from ABA-approved law school, strong academic credentials, and membership in at least one state bar.
  • 2-5 years of legal experience as a transactional or corporate lawyer, which can consist of a combination of work at a major law firm or in-house legal department (in-house biotechnology, chemical or advanced manufacturing sectors preferred, but not required). Government experience may be considered in lieu of law firm or in-house experience.
  • Creative problem solver who possesses sound business judgment, is detail-oriented, and a self-starter.
  • Outstanding negotiating and writing skills, with a strong ability to draft and review legal documents, analyze complex issues, and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.
  • Ability to demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations.
  • Must have high integrity, ability to assess risk, ability to make decisions and think strategically while applying knowledge of applicable legal issues.
  • Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to take direction, work effectively within a team, and manage assigned responsibilities with a high degree of accountability.
  • Proven organizational skills, ability to independently identify and prioritize multiple projects, manage workflow, and complete projects under time constraints.
  • Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technologies.
  • Must possess strong written and oral communication skills.
Benefits
  • 100% employer-paid options for medical, dental, and vision
  • Paid time off that accrues from your hire date
  • 13 paid holidays, including a winter closure between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
  • Hybrid work policy for most positions; stipend for internet and personal phone use
  • 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% match on compensation (no vesting period!)
  • Discretionary Incentive Plan based on organizational and individual performance
  • 100% employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Section 125 Flexible Spending Plan for medical and dependent care
  • Commuter pre-tax benefit
  • Full access to LinkedIn Learning’s suite for professional development
  • Free parking, casual dress code, free snacks and beverages, and on-site gym access at both offices
  • Fun on and off-site employee activities sponsored by the Employee Engagement Committee
  • And much more
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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Certifications
membership in state bar