Pharmaceutical Contracts Lawyers
Axiom is seeking experienced Pharmaceutical Contracts Counsel to support client engagements across the life sciences sector. This role offers flexibility, with options for remote, on-site, or hybrid work arrangements, depending on client needs. Axiom provides innovative legal solutions by combining top-tier talent with cutting-edge technology, serving a diverse range of clients in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
The primary responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a high volume of commercial agreements such as Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), work orders, and change orders. The role also involves handling various contract types, including IT licenses, SaaS subscriptions, event and sponsorship agreements, and material transfer agreements (MTAs). Counsel will provide practical, business-oriented legal advice on contract terms, risk allocation, and negotiation strategies, while collaborating with cross-functional teams like Legal, Procurement, IT, Commercial, and Supply Chain to meet day-to-day contracting needs.
Candidates should have 4 to 12+ years of experience in commercial contracting, preferably within pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences companies. Strong, hands-on experience in drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements is essential. The ability to manage multiple concurrent matters with competing deadlines in a high-volume environment is also required.
Axiom offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health benefits, 401(k), and access to professional development resources. The company emphasizes flexibility, allowing for remote, on-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on client requirements. Axiom is committed to diversity, inclusion, and social engagement, providing a supportive environment for legal professionals to thrive.
Joining Axiom means becoming part of a global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. The company enables legal departments to drive efficiency and growth, meeting the demands of today's business landscape with best-in-class alternative legal services. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, contributing to meaningful projects that impact the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.