Corporate Paralegal

We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to join our Legal Department as a Corporate Paralegal and work as part of a team to drive success. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, independent, committed to the generation of high-quality data within a fast-paced and innovative research team. We seek to add a Corporate Paralegal to provide support in all aspects of corporate governance.

The Corporate Paralegal will be a key member of the Legal Department, providing direct support to the Company’s Head of Legal in corporate governance, subsidiary management, board matters, and securities reporting, as well as providing support as needed to other attorneys and colleagues. The Corporate Paralegal will liaise as needed with other support and business functions to resolve issues.

In addition, the Corporate Paralegal will provide legal and administrative support for the Legal Department’s contracting activities and contracts database system, including template preparation, software administration, designing, implementing and maintaining efficient processes/policies, troubleshooting, and generating reports.

This position requires: the ability to work effectively with various functions and teams within the Company; and exceptional judgment and analytical skills. This role requires a candidate who has a demonstrated ability to multitask, is meticulous, is able to prioritize and reprioritize as needed to meet deadlines and is a team-focused collaborator.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Draft and file documents related to ongoing corporate operations and corporate governance.
• Assist with closings of venture capital financings, public offerings, acquisitions and mergers, and other corporate transactions.
• Assist with stock option plan administration.
• Assist with managing corporate subsidiaries, director and officer information, corporate record keeping, transaction execution, governance policies, and compliance processes.
• Assist with coordination and preparation of board and committee meetings, minutes, and related documentation.
• Draft, review and revise various contracts: Confidentiality Agreements, Vendor Agreements, Service Agreements, Work Orders, SOWs, Change Orders and other agreements under supervision of an attorney.
• Draft, review and revise corporate policies, training materials and other legal documents.
• Respond to calls and email regarding a variety of legal questions and matters.
• Manage the Company’s contracts database system, including software administration, designing, implementing and maintaining efficient processes, troubleshooting, and generating reports. 
• Assists with managing diligence and backup folders for public filings and financings.
• Assists with managing and filing legal documentation relating to the Company’s subsidiaries.
• Works with the Finance team on the Company’s financial filings and annual reports.
• Performs administrative support duties as required including, but not limited to obtaining documents and signatures, as necessary.  
• Perform research and compile data as requested by attorneys.
• Help ensure adherence to relevant legal and regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Provide paralegal support related to risk management and litigation activities; and
• Provide such other legal and administrative support as directed by the Company.
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with critical collaborative partners throughout the company.
• Maintain all appropriate corporate standards for facility safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Physical Characteristics:

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

On-Site Protocol:

Physical presence at the ADARx Pharmaceuticals worksite is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years of experience serving as a corporate paralegal at a biopharmaceutical company (ideally publicly traded) 
• Understanding of project timelines and deliverables and plans/coordinate project work accordingly with departmental, functional, and external stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards exploring new approaches.
• Highly professional, well organized, detail-oriented, positive attitude, and outstanding communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to properly handle confidential information and records and manage highly sensitive information.
• Experience developing and/or implementing processes or tools that result in greater efficiency in the Legal Department.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and effective presentation to cross-functional and senior management teams are essential for this role.
• Proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite Products.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Paralegal Certificate

Required Key Attributes:

• Must be able to work independently as well in cross-functional team settings with supervision as needed.
• Adaptable / Flexible - willing and able to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities as well as an ability to meet day-to-day challenges with confidence and professionalism.
• Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with the ability to take a hands-on approach to work effectively in a dynamic and collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Compensation:

• This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, occasional overtime.
• Pay is commensurate with experience.
• Equity-based compensation
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts 
• Gym Membership
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick, Jury Duty, Bereavement

Work Authorization:

• United States (Required)
• Background Check
• As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.

Company Overview:

We are a late-stage clinical biotechnology company dedicated to transforming cutting-edge science into next-generation RNA medicines across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Our goal is to control the expression of specific disease drivers with highly selective RNA targeted therapies, delivering life-changing treatments for patients with urgent unmet medical needs.

ADARx Pharmaceuticals is an EEO employer committed to an exciting, diverse, and enriching work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Disclosure Statement:

• 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.
• Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
• The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual target bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, type and length of experience within the industry, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
• Total Compensation includes base salary; benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; 401(k) matching program; paid time off; paid holidays; Employee Assistance Program; and other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including but not limited to cash bonuses.
• Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current NAI employee who was conditionally offered the position.