Paralegal

Reporting to the VP, Legal & Compliance, the Paralegal supports multiple areas of Corcept’s Legal Department operations including contracts management, corporate governance documentation, federal/state business conduct reporting requirements, litigation, and intellectual property filings. This role works in close collaboration with the Senior Director, Legal to ensure consistent and efficient use of Corcept’s online contract management platform for review, approval, execution and storage of contracts. Supervised by an attorney, the Paralegal also provides training, guidance, and drafting support regarding use of appropriate contract documentation and terms necessary to ensure compliance with applicable laws and mitigation of business risks.

Responsibilities:

      Frequent use of Corcept’s online contract management platform:

• Daily administration of the Agiloft platform to maintain an efficient and reliable contract management system
• Establish and foster effective working relationships with the business, providing customer-focused, company-wide support for consistent use and adoption of Agiloft.

     Training and guidance regarding appropriate use and drafting of contracts:

• Provide timely and practical legal advice and solutions regarding acceptable contract terms.

      Development and maintenance of contract templates and processes

• Maintain resources and provide counsel for contracting activities across all functions including drafting templates and supporting negotiations for purchase of goods/services, clinical operations, research collaborations, and protection of confidential information and intellectual property.

       Assistance with Corporate Governance, Litigation, and IP and tasks

• At the direction of Legal Department attorneys, assist as needed with all department support responsibilities.                                                                                  

Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies:

• Excellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills required
• Familiarity with basic contractual terms and structures
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and adept at learning new technical areas
• Capable of managing and prioritizing competing demands
• Self-driven to identify and solve complex and challenging problems
• Self-assured and comfortable speaking to an audience

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Must have paralegal certification or four-year college degree and strong academic credentials.
• Knowledge/experience in the life sciences industry and/or use of contract management systems is preferred.

The pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position is $137,900 - $162,200; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on legitimate considerations, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education.  An annual cash bonus and equity grants may be provided as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other wellness benefits, dependent on the position offered. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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