Associate General Counsel: Contracts & IP (Remote)

WHO WE ARE!

Susan G. Komen brings a 100% virtual working environment, and you can work anywhere within the U.S. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way by funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach and public policy initiatives to make the biggest impact against this disease.

Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others!  We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!

What you will being doing in the role of Associate General Counsel

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy General Counsel and the general direction of the General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel – Contracts & IP is responsible for oversight of Komen’s contract function and intellectual property (IP) protection. This includes ensuring proper contract templates are in place, review/draft/negotiation of all contracts, and oversight of the contract management cycle. This position also oversees management and protection of all Komen IP worldwide.

What you will bring to the table

The primary objective of the Associate General Counsel – Contracts & IP is to support Susan G. Komen in achieving our overall Vision and Mission by:

• Providing legal guidance and support in the review, negotiation and drafting of various contracts, including, but not limited to marketing, sponsorship, partnership, cause related marketing, grants, IT, service/product agreements.
• Conducting thorough analysis and assessment of potential risks and legal implications associated with entering into various agreements, including compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, oversight of contract policies/training, processes, and contract management systems.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on contractual terms and conditions.
• Working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and with external partners to ensure the proper clearance, prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement of Komen’s IP.
• Advising on IP matters, including trademark and copyright protection, and assisting in and overseeing IP infringement issues.
• Developing and implementing strategies to protect Komen’s IP rights.
• Conducting research and providing Komen with regular updates on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends related to contracts and IP.
• Assisting in the management of legal disputes and claims related to contracts and IP.
• Reviewing marketing and advertising collateral for content clearance and disclosures to ensure compliance with contract requirements and applicable laws and regulations.
• Supporting matters related to estate and trust gifts, including the review and management of accepting and administering estate and trust gifts and assisting in management of legal disputes related to estate and trust gifts.
• Assisting the Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel in providing timely, practical, and solution oriented legal advice to various teams in the organization; and
• Supporting and assisting in the development and management of the contract and IP functions and personnel.
• Supervises work of others, including planning, assigning, and scheduling work, reviewing work, and ensuring quality standards, training staff, and overseeing their productivity. May offer recommendations for hiring, pay changes and termination, but does not have responsibility for making these decisions. This position supervises Paralegal-Contracts.

We know you will have and be able to

• Extensive experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of contracts as well as a firm working knowledge of IP issues.
• The ability to analyze best practices and incorporate these practices into a Komen program implementation plan.
• Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts, practices, and ability to use them in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally to develop, improve, and maintain applicable legal processes and cycles, and excellent attention to detail and analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Minimum of 3-5years’ experience in the areas of contracts law, with familiarity of IP law required to effectively perform the job’s responsibilities.
• Juris Doctor required. 

We would love if you also have

• Project management experience.
• Non-Profit/NGO experience.
• Proficient communication, both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently.
• Aptitude for resolving conflict and negotiating or collaborating on major projects.
• Adept relationship building skills to enhance workflow and work quality.
• Travel requirements required outside of your home office will be less than 5% depending on our business needs.

So, what's in it for you?

Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures.  This is what Komen provides away from the computer: 

Approximate salary $102,000 to $145,000/annually, exact compensation ranges are based on a range of factors including the labor market, job level, internal equity and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's skills, experience, and geographic location.

• Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan
• Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
• Bi-weekly work from home stipend
• Parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• A culture of learning and development
• And so much more!

Komen provides a remote and/or home-based working environment for all active employees. Komen defines remote as the ability to work from any physical location within the U.S. where an employee can perform specified work duties without disruption or distraction. Komen defines home-based roles as positions that are required to reside in a specific market. Work schedules for both remote and home based are determined by the organizational needs of each department. 

Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Additionally, we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective, and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.

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The physical location for the candidate selected must be within the contiguous United States (we do not employ in AK, ID, MT, NM, SD, UT, WY). In the event a move is expected to occur by the candidate selected, it must be approved by Komen's HR team prior to the move.