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Senior Contracts Manager (Commercial Legal Affairs)

Exelixis
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, California, Alameda
1851 Harbor Bay Parkway (Show on map)
Oct 29, 2025
SUMMARY: The Senior Contracts Manager in Commercial Legal Affairs will be responsible for drafting, negotiating and managing a variety of contracts supporting Exelixis' commercial function, as well as provide support on various administrative, regulatory, and corporate legal matters as needed. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Draft, negotiate and manage a wide range of commercial contracts (which may include confidentiality agreements, consulting agreements, data sharing, market access and supply or distribution-related agreements, and various vendor services agreements) under supervision of senior attorneys. Advise and troubleshoot on existing agreements and agreement-related questions under supervision of senior attorneys. Define risks related to contracts documents and relationships and be able to communicate those risks to appropriate internal decision-makers for discussion and resolution. Interact with various internal clients efficiently and effectively to address legal and business questions. Handle miscellaneous legal tasks on an as needed basis under direction of senior attorneys. Maintain and track status for contracts. Provide support to in-house attorneys as requested. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No supervisory responsibilities EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Education: Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience; or JD degree and 1 year of related experience; or Equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Minimum of one year of in-house experience at a biotechnology, pharmaceutical or high-tech company, with a focus on contract drafting and negotiation and preference for commercial contracting experience related to health care, market access or pharmaceutical supply and distribution. Experience with word processing and contracts management systems Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough understanding of the contract management process, including tracking, negotiation, approval and signature processes. Working knowledge of the drug discovery and development and commercialization process and ability to understand risks and requirements associated with pharmaceutical contracting preferred. Ability to work both independently and effectively across a variety of functional groups (such as Commercial, Research and Development, Supply, Human Resources, Finance, Facilities, IT and Investor Relations) and all levels of management. Flexible and willing to learn new procedures and skill sets. Experience with or knowledge of paralegal support tasks, with a focus on commercial matters or corporate matters, preferred. Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills; must have excellent interpersonal communication skills. Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Must be detail oriented and have strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to prioritize; must be responsible and conscientious. Ability to work under pressure to meet specific deadlines. Dedication to quality and reliability in all work tasks. Work Environment/Physical Demands: Our office is a modern, open-plan space that foster collaborations and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace. DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. #LI-HG1 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this positionis $133,000 - $189,000 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate's geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors. In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year. DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.