The Opportunity:
Avantor is seeking an Associate Counsel to join our Legal organization, supporting our Americas Commercial team. The Associate Counsel will be responsible for the drafting, revision and negotiation of contracts. They must ensure compliance with negotiated business terms, regulations, and Avantor policies and procedures. This person will communicate across functions to resolve contracting issues and disputes.
Open to remote candidates. May require occasional travel to Radnor, PA office.
What we’re looking for
Education: JD required; current license to practice law required
Experience: 5 – 7 years legal experience required with in-house experience preferred
Strong background/experience with contract preparation and/or review required
Experience in the life sciences industry preferred, including working with group purchasing organizations (GPOs), hospital systems and distributors
Experience in project management and execution on multi-departmental projects a plus
Must have working to expert knowledge of contracting concepts and terms
Experience reviewing marketing materials preferred.
Strong ability to work cross-functionally within a large organization
Proven ability to design, present, and implement new concepts and ideas, procedures, organizational change
Excellent analytical and communication skills, as well as good presentation, leadership and team-building skills
Must work efficiently and be a self-starter
Strong workflow and process creation skills
Strong communication and organization skills
Excellent interpersonal skills; customer focused.
Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
How you will thrive and create an impact
Works independently to draft, review, and revise agreements, including form agreements for routine sales activities, as well as non-standard agreements for customers, supplier, distributor, clinical, service and consulting agreements.
Learn Avantor contracting policies and analyze draft contracts in accordance with policies
Determine when complex legal and factual issues must be escalated to senior attorneys and assist in resolution of issues
Assist in creating, implementing and managing systems that enable the efficient creation, negotiation, oversight and ultimately execution of Avantor’s agreements
Coordinate contract negotiation with multiple cross-departmental functions
Obtain all appropriate and necessary internal approvals for contract terms and provisions
Identify opportunities for process improvements
Perform file management and records retention duties
Give and welcome constructive feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit
Requires advanced abilities for contract negotiation
Requires ability to communicate with Senior Leadership across the firm regarding legal risks and advise on possible solutions based on expertise
Provide assistance and guidance to Contracts Specialists within department
Perform other duties as assigned
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!
EEO Statement:
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.
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