Contracts Manager - Biotech

A well-established biotechnology company based in San Francisco is seeking a Contracts Manager to support its legal and business teams. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a contracts professional with experience in the biotech or life sciences sector. The role focuses on managing, drafting, and negotiating a high volume of commercial and research-related agreements while partnering closely with internal stakeholders across scientific, operational, and business functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of agreements, including NDAs, vendor agreements, MSAs, SOWs, consulting agreements, and research collaboration contracts
• Support contracts related to research and development, clinical activities, and commercial operations
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, from intake and review through execution and amendment
• Collaborate with legal, finance, procurement, and business teams to ensure alignment with company objectives
• Maintain contract records, templates, and compliance tracking
• Identify and escalate legal or business risks as appropriate

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; JD or paralegal background a plus
• Prior contracts management experience within biotech, life sciences, or a related regulated industry preferred
• Strong understanding of commercial and R& D-focused agreements
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and deadlines simultaneously
• Comfortable working on-site in San Francisco five days per week

Why This Opportunity

• Contract-to-hire role with long-term potential
• Exposure to a dynamic, fast-growing biotech environment
• High level of interaction with cross-functional teams
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact on critical business operations

Compensation

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