Position Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Paralegal to join our legal team. This individual will play a critical role in supporting our varied legal needs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly regulated environment.
Responsibilities
Corporate Governance & Compliance
- Assist in board and committee meeting preparation, manage board portal and maintain board minutes.
- Support the Company's compliance efforts with applicable federal and state healthcare regulations and industry guidelines, including the Anti-Kickback Statute, HIPAA and AdvaMed guidelines regarding interactions with healthcare professionals.
- Manage various state and federal compliance filings.
- Assist with the preparation of periodic SEC reports and Section 16 filings.
- Support the legal team in the preparation of the proxy statement and the execution of the annual stockholder meeting.
Contract Management
- Establish and manage the Company's contract management system (assist with system configuration, build contract database, develop and generate a variety of contract reports, administer contract signature process).
- Support the Chief Legal Officer in the drafting, review, and negotiation of a variety of commercial contracts (e.g., NDAs, MSAs, vendor agreements).
- Serve as a liaison between legal, leadership, and business units for contract-related matters.
Operational and Administrative Support
- Assist finance department with various stock administration needs.
- Provide ad hoc support with respect to intellectual property matters as required.
- Conduct legal research on a variety of issues.
- Manage and maintain records, filings and other legal documentation.
- Develop and refine internal legal processes and workflows for efficiency and scalability.
- Support various legal projects and initiatives as needed.
Skills
- Excellent organizational, project management, writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Proficiency with legal software tools (e.g., CLM systems, Docusign, SharePoint, etc.).
Qualifications
Education & Certification
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program strongly preferred.
- Certified Paralegal (CP) or Advanced Certified Paralegal (ACP) designation is a plus.
Experience
- Minimum of 7+ years of experience as a paralegal, with at least 3+ years in a public med tech, biotech, or life sciences environment. Prior experience at a top-tier law firm is a plus.
- Substantial experience with contract management systems and board portals is a must. Experience with equity administration platforms is a plus.
- Understanding of FDA, HIPAA and other healthcare regulatory frameworks.
Compensation
We are pleased to provide a competitive salary and benefits. Our benefits reflect our investment in the overall health and well-being of our employees and their families. including paying 100% of monthly healthcare, dental & vision insurance premiums, a 401(k) plan with employer matching and unlimited PTO. The expected pay range is: $115,000 to $130,000 annually. Compensation may vary based on related skills, experience, and relevant key attributes.
