Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated Paralegal to join our legal team. This individual will provide professional legal support services in connection with generating, processing, drafting, finalizing and administering contracts and other legal documents. This individual will be expected to oversee a high volume of contracts that are received daily by the Legal Department and to collaborate with the Legal team and a variety of departments within our organization to ensure the contracts are completed in a timely manner and in compliance with our policies.

Duties

Bachelor’s degree and Paralegal Certificate required, with a minimum of 10 years of experience as a paralegal, specializing in complex transactional and intellectual property matters.
Proven experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry is essential.
Strong patent management skills, including tracking patent cases, file management, and overseeing patent annuity payments, with the ability to effectively liaise with external IP counsel.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative legal team, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of legal services across the organization.
Proficient in using relevant software applications, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and DocuSign.
Experience with contract management systems is highly desirable.
This position requires in-office attendance three days per week, with mandatory presence on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The third day in the office can be chosen at your discretion.

Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred

-Experience in biotecnology/pharmaceutical industry required
- Proven experience working as a Paralegal or in a similar role
- Knowledge of litigation procedures and legal terminology
- Proficiency in conducting legal research and document review
- Strong patent management skills, including tracking patent cases, file management, and overseeing patent annuity payments, with the ability to effectively liaise with external IP counsel.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Familiarity with software applications used in legal research and document preparation

This is a contract to hire opportunity with the potential to convert into a permanent positon within 3-6 months.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Life insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

Palo Alto, CA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Palo Alto, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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