Offer summary

Qualifications:

University degree in Business Law, Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance preferred., Previous experience in Legal, Paralegal, or Contract Management is required., Advanced degrees or certifications can substitute for some years of experience; NCMA CCCM or CPCM certification is a plus., Strong communication skills and proficiency with contract management systems are essential..

Key responsabilities:

Manage cradle to grave contracts administration and negotiation for Biopharma, Ophthalmic, or Technology Contracts.

Draft and negotiate terms for various agreements, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

Collaborate with internal departments and external organizations to support proposals, budgets, and reporting.

Participate in client calls, project meetings, and professional training as needed.

Job description

Overview

Contracts Manager

HYBRID or Remote for those based in Czech Republic - Prague, UK - London, Poland - Warsaw and Slovkia - Kosice or Bartislava

Emmes Group: Building a better future for us all.

Emmes Group is transforming the future of clinical research, bringing the promise of new medical discovery closer within reach for patients. Emmes Group was founded as Emmes more than 47 years ago, becoming one of the primary clinical research providers to the US government before expanding into public-private partnerships and commercial biopharma. Emmes has built industry leading capabilities in cell and gene therapy, vaccines and infectious diseases, ophthalmology, rare diseases, and neuroscience.

We believe the work we do will have a direct impact on patients’ lives and act accordingly. We strive to build a collaborative culture at the intersection of being a performance and people driven company. We’re looking for talented professionals eager to help advance clinical research as we work to embed innovation into the fabric of our company. If you share our motivations and passion in research, come join us!

Primary Purpose

Performs cradle to grave contracts administration/management/negotiation for mainly Biopharma Contracts or Ophthalmic or Technology Contracts. The role manages all types of prime contracts, subcontracts, grants, sub-awards, consulting and vendor agreements. Contract Manager works closely with project team, project analysts and project managers.

Responsibilities

Works with sponsors and clients, including global pharmaceutical companies, nonprofit. organizations, project leaders, subcontracts, vendors, consultants, clinical sites, principal investigators, Proposal Department, Pricing Department, Business Development Department, Finance, and other department leaders, Associate Vice President of Contracts, Associate General Counsel and Chief General Counsel.
Draft and negotiate appropriate terms and conditions for all types of agreements (e.g., Nondisclosure Agreements, Subcontracts, Clinical Site Agreements, Statements of Work, Task Orders and Grants), coordinating with internal management and legal counsel and business units in accordance with project requirements, client, industry standards, and Emmes strategy.
Ensure contract terms and conditions are in alignment with national and international laws and regulations (i.e. Export Control, Data Processing and Data Importing and Exporting)
Elevates terms and conditions to with Associate General Counsel or General Counsel for contractual decisions when necessary
Works with Pricing, Vice President of Finance, President of Biopharma, Project Analysts and Project Managers to assist with RFP(s), proposals, and budgets.
Participates on client and team calls, as well as project and departmental meetings.
Work with external organizations (i.e. Small Business Association, SAM, financial auditors) to review and develop reports.
Participates in professional training internally or externally.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Typically requires a university degree, preferably in Business Law, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance
Requires previous experience in Legal, Paralegal, Contract Management,
Advanced degrees or certifications can substitute some years of experience
CRO/Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology/Clinical Trials industry environment is a plus.
NCMA CCCM or CPCM (or equivalent) certification is a plus.
Previous experience with a focus on administration and negotiation of contractual documents
Good communication Skills
Ability to apply analytical reasoning in review of documents.
The ability to identify system and process efficiency enhancements, and the ability to work. effectively in a team environment
A high proficiency with contract management systems (CMS (like for example IntelAgree or something similar)), spreadsheet, and word-processing software
The ability to quickly understand processes and ensure adherence to the same.
Must be able to deploy a systematic approach to work, and must have an aptitude for performing work functions in a coherent, timely and well-organized manner without the need for constant oversight
Travel May travel between corporate locations.