Senior Corporate Counsel - Contract - Remote

Overview

The Senior Corporate Counsel will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of complex commercial agreements and providing legal guidance across various departments within Velsera.

In Short

• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements, including SaaS and licensing agreements.
• Advise on compliance with global privacy regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA.
• Lead contract negotiations with pharmaceutical and biotech customers.
• Provide legal support for data governance and security protocols.
• Partner with HR on employment law issues.
• Monitor and interpret evolving laws affecting the company’s operations.
• Support corporate transactions including M&A and investor diligence.
• Develop internal processes for incident response and data security breach notifications.
• Translate legal risks into business-aligned recommendations.
• Help build a scalable legal function across a global business.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 5+ years of experience in corporate law, preferably in the life sciences sector.
• Strong understanding of data privacy laws and regulations.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Experience with contract management and compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with legal project management principles.
• Experience in a remote work environment is a plus.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Work on impactful projects in the life sciences field.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources.
• Participation in company-wide initiatives and events.
• Potential for career advancement within a growing company.