Corporate and Contract Paralegal
About Krystal Biotech:
At Krystal Biotech, we bring together the brightest and most eager minds to relentlessly pursue the discovery, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of genetic medicines to treat diseases with high unmet medical needs.Founded in 2016, Krystal is distinguished in three powerful ways: science and technology using our patented gene therapy platform, innovative manufacturing supported by our commercial scale facilities, and a unique commercialization model that focuses on the patient’s end-to-end experience.Krystal received U.S.
FDA approval for the first and only redosable gene therapy treatment, VYJUVEK®, for the treatment of Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa (DEB). Krystal continues to leverage our proprietary platform to rapidly advance a robust pipeline of investigational genetic medicines in respiratory, oncology, dermatology, and ophthalmology.Krystal is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, which is home to our two state-of-the-art CGMP manufacturing facilities with teams around the world and satellite offices in Switzerland, Germany, and Japan. We are a company built and run by people who care, are fearless in the face of a challenge, love the work they do, and practice the highest level of scientific integrity.
As we grow, we are seeking team members that embody these values.
Job Description Summary:
Krystal Biotech, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Corporate and Contract Paralegal to join our legal team. The Paralegal will support various legal functions, including corporate governance, contract management, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law and contract administration.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation, review, and management of corporate documents and contracts.
- Provide general administrative support to the legal team, including scheduling meetings, preparing correspondence, and maintaining legal files.
- Support the legal team with corporate governance activities, including maintaining corporate records and preparing board meeting materials and Agendas.
- Conduct legal research and provide summaries of findings to the legal team.
- Ensure all contracts are accurately recorded and easily accessible in the contract management system.
- Assist in the drafting and negotiation of contracts, including NDAs, service agreements, and vendor contracts.
- Assist with SEC filings.
- Manage corporate entities in the U.S., Europe, and Japan by assisting with, among other things, formation, registrations to do business, and filings with government entities.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely execution of contracts and monitor and track executed contract deadlines, renewals, and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Support the legal team in handling regulatory compliance matters and audits.
- Assist with due diligence and document preparation for corporate transactions.
Requirements and Desired Competencies:
- A Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate from an accredited program.
- 5+ years of experience as a paralegal with a focus on corporate law and contract management.
- Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and contract law.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work with staff at all levels.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Strong ability to pay attention to details.
- Ability to project professionalism and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to “internal client” and customer service principles.
- Proficiency in the use of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), contract management software, and legal research tools.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Krystal Biotech, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this Web site or directly to managers. Krystal Biotech, Inc. does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes.
Krystal Biotech, Inc. will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Krystal Biotech, Inc.
