Hybrid Contracts Attorney

at Verastem Oncology

• Job title: Contracts Attorney
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Professional Certificate
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Boston, United States

About the role

• In-House Contracts Attorney drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts for pharma company Verastem Oncology. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with legal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, licensing arrangements, partnership agreements, and other documents across functions at Verastem, including Clinical Development, Commercial, Medical Affairs and Corporate.
• Provide clear, actionable legal guidance to internal stakeholders on contract terms, compliance obligations, and risk mitigation strategies, ensuring that business teams understand the implications of contractual commitments.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, operations, sales, and leadership to ensure contract terms support business priorities and operational realities.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance contract management processes, including standardized templates, clause libraries, and approval workflows to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Coordinate with Verastem’s contract management system administrator to ensure that agreement requests are processed efficiently and effectively.
• Work with outside contract counsel as necessary to ensure that the volume of contracts being reviewed and processed is managed effectively.
• Monitor and interpret relevant legal and regulatory developments, advising the business on necessary changes to maintain compliance and reduce exposure to risk.
• Lead the resolution of contract-related disputes, working to achieve outcomes that protect the company’s interests while preserving important business relationships.
• Train and educate internal teams on contract best practices, negotiation strategies, and compliance requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions that streamline contract lifecycle management.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and review, preferably in a pharma and/or biotech in-house or corporate setting.
• Strong knowledge of commercial, licensing, and vendor agreements, with the ability to adapt to a variety of contract types and industries.
• Proven ability to communicate complex legal concepts in clear, practical terms to non-legal stakeholders.
• A solutions-oriented approach with the ability to balance legal risk and business needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple contracts and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience with contract management software or systems required.
• Knowledge of and experience with artificial intelligence platforms preferable.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to build strong working relationships across departments.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible work hours
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities