Codexis, a biotechnology company based in Redwood City, CA, is looking to hire a Director of Legal Operations.
Codexis is a leading enzyme engineering company leveraging its proprietary CodeEvolver® technology platform to discover, develop and enhance novel, high-performance enzymes and other classes of proteins. Codexis enzymes solve for real-world challenges associated with small molecule pharmaceuticals manufacturing and nucleic acid synthesis. The Company is currently developing its proprietary ECO Synthesis™ platform to enable the scaled manufacture of RNAi therapeutics through an enzymatic route.
Codexis enzymes can drive improvements, such as higher yields, reduced energy usage and waste generation, improve efficiency in manufacturing and greater sensitivity in genomic and diagnostic applications. To meet the goals we’ve set for ourselves, we look for individuals who are driven, eager to grow and ready to embrace meaningful challenges. We empower employees to be authentic, ambitious, agile and have the courage to take action where they can make a positive impact. Come join us on this journey to transform the enzyme engineering landscape for the betterment of human health.
About the Opportunity:
The Director, Legal Operations will join our dynamic Legal team. This individual will play a pivotal role in overseeing operations across the legal department, supporting corporate contract management and Intellectual Property (IP) matters. The Director, Legal Operations will collaborate closely with stakeholders and external counsel to ensure smooth operations, compliance, and protection of the company’s contractual interests and intellectual property.
If any of the below describes you, we would love to meet you!
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively, and identify and implement process improvements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in legal work.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members, clients, executives, internal stakeholders, and external counsel.
- Ensure operational efficiency for the legal department, including developing and implementing internal process guidelines, templates, and workflows.
- Lead the contracting process, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of corporate contracts, including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), service agreements, Statements of Work, and vendor contracts.
- Proactively manage contract renewals, notices, addendums, amendments, and terminations.
- Support internal stakeholders in the interpretation of contractual provisions and obligations.
- Communicate with internal and external clients for contract inquiries, assist with revisions, and train others on contract processes.
- Maintain accurate contract files, records, and tracking systems in Agiloft contract management software and CPI patent management system.
- Assist in managing IP portfolio, including tracking deadlines for filings, docketing, renewals and maintenance; communicate with outside counsel and coordinate on prosecution matters and assist with assignments and agreements.
- Assist with regulatory filings, board material preparation and coordination, and maintenance of corporate records.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in legal studies or a related field.
- 12+ years of experience in legal operations or as a paralegal with a focus on IP law and corporate contracts.
- Experience with contract management software (e.g. Agiloft) and/or patent management software (e.g. CPI).
Additional experience that would be valuable for this role includes:
- Notary Paralegal certification
CODEXIS PAY TRANSPARENCY: The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Redwood City is $170,000 to $260,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Codexis is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.#LI-DNI
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Basic Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401k with Company Match up to 4%
- Company Equity
- Generous Paid Time Off including 18 Company Holidays (with a summer and winter shutdown), Vacation, and Wellness Time
- Annual Lifestyle Account for reimbursement of fitness programs, equipment and more
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Commuter/Parking, Dependent Care & Healthcare)
- Student Debt Program (Company Contribution to Loans)
- Mental Health Wellness Program
- Subsidized onsite lunch program
- Onsite Gym Facilities
- Paid Parental Leave
- And More!
