Head, Corporate & Legal Affairs
Description
Cornerstone Search Group has been retained by a rapidly growing Clinical Research Organization funded by a thriving multi-billion-dollar parent Health Care Company. The Head of Corporate & Legal Affairs will report directly to the CEO, with whom Cornerstone has had over a decade-long relationship and is a well-respected, collaborative leader with a rich history of working for start-ups and well-established CROs.
The Head of Corporate & Legal Affairs will provide expert organizational/corporate leadership guidance, seamlessly integrating legal compliance, risk management, and strategic decision-making as the business scales. Our client seeks an individual with a legal background, a business mindset, and a deep understanding of the life sciences, finance, and operations. They will be a trusted strategic partner collaborating closely with the CEO and must possess a true “roll up your sleeves” attitude, as this is a highly visible role in a start-up environment.
Features
- Strategic Leadership & Executive Influence: Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and leadership team, shaping the company’s direction and success while leading the organization’s complex legal, business, and operational landscapes.
- Near-Term Growth & Advancement: As the highest-ranking attorney in the organization, this role is intended for someone poised to take the next step in accelerating their career as the organization grows and matures in the near term.
- Work remotely: This is a remote position with some travel domestically and internationally (up to 25%) as needed.
- Start-Up Environment with Unwavering Stability: Enjoy all the benefits of working in a flexible, dynamic start-up environment without the concern of funding, given the stability of the parent company.
- Positive and Respectful Culture: The CEO has established a positive, fun, and respectful culture and has developed initiatives that prioritize employees thriving personally and professionally.
Responsibilities
In summary, the Head of Corporate and Legal Affairs will have primary responsibility of serving as the lead corporate and legal advisor within the organization. They will adopt a holistic approach to formulating strategic business decisions while providing critical organizational leadership as a trusted advisor to the CEO.
- Provide leadership across legal, finance, and corporate functions, fostering cross-collaboration to promote integrated organizational structures.
- Support daily and strategic operations, developing strategies to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance with laws.
- Manage the contract and negotiation processes, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Serve as an advisor on ethical standards and best corporate governance practices.
- Streamline legal processes to ensure cost-effectiveness within the legal and finance functions.
- Draft and oversee a comprehensive crisis management strategy.
- Ensure the safeguarding of intellectual property to include trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
- Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and leadership team, participating in the development of departmental procedures and coordinating legal contractual matters when necessary.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited institution and active Bar Association membership, qualified to practice law in a global organization.
- 10+ years of corporate legal experience in a rapidly evolving environment.
- Previous in-house experience in the CRO or pharmaceutical industry, with a preference for familiarity with the drug discovery and development process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in drafting various contracts and adept negotiation skills for complex deals with customers and vendors.
- Track record of strategic planning, budget management, and reporting.
- Strong work ethic and dedication to professional excellence.
- Bi-lingual (Spanish and English) preferred.
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