Commercial Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Europe.

📋 Description

• Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate standard commercial, biopharma, and various legal documents, including tenders, supply and service agreements, OEM and distribution agreements, collaboration agreements, government pricing and subcontractor agreements, as well as material transfer agreements.

• Develop and enhance AI tool playbooks utilizing enterprise GC AI, Gemini, Notebook LM, and Ironclad.

• Oversee the intake, evaluation, and approval processes and workflows for requests related to commercial and biopharma agreements.

• Provide guidance to business and cross-functional stakeholders regarding contracting best practices and legal updates.

• Assist Twist Bioscience Corporation with contracting, licensing, product-related, and other commercial issues.

• Support the Commercial and Biopharma divisions, as well as non-U.S. employment and corporate matters when necessary.

• Manage external counsel and determine the appropriateness of consultation.

• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a fully qualified solicitor with at least 1-year PQE, or possess 4-7 years of relevant contractual or commercial experience (preferably with an LLB or equivalent, though not mandatory) at a prominent law firm or in-house legal department of a biotech, pharmaceutical, or other life sciences company.

• Proven experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing a substantial volume of commercial and pharma agreements, including tenders.

• Experience in reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing tenders globally.

• Proficient in English (both written and spoken).

• Capability to manage external counsel and evaluate when consultation with outside counsel is warranted.

• Excellent interpersonal communication and collaboration skills to foster effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

• Strong customer service aptitude.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple pressing deadlines in a dynamic business environment.

• Exceptional judgment in evaluating risks and benefits.

• Innovative problem-solving abilities.

• Proactive and collaborative work style.

• Experience in scaling operations.

• Familiarity with both domestic and international contracts.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary package.

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Flexible work arrangements.