Legal Specialist

Summary

About The Role

Major Accountabilities:

• Assist in the review and management of commercial and clinical contracts such as NDAs, clinical trial agreements, and service agreements.
• Support standard contracting processes including data privacy agreements, letters of authorization, and indemnification.
• Help maintain contract databases and trackers for legal support requests and KPIs.
• Participate in onboarding activities and training sessions related to legal, compliance, and data privacy.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of knowledge repositories and playbooks.
• Stay informed on basic legal and regulatory updates relevant to the life sciences industry.
• Collaborate with senior team members on contract-related queries and documentation.
• Support process improvement initiatives and automation efforts under guidance.
• Assist in preparing reports and documentation for internal stakeholders.
  

Minimum Requirements

• Basic understanding of contract law and legal documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exposure to contract management systems or legal tech tools.
• Internship or prior experience in a legal services or corporate legal environment.
• Interest in the pharmaceutical or life sciences sector.
• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in law
• Desirable Education: Postgraduate Degree in Law or related certification in contract management
• Ideal Experience: 1–5 years of experience in legal services or contract management
  

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