Senior Paralegal

Allogene Therapeutics

. Provide comprehensive legal support to the Legal Department, with a focus on contracting .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSouth San Francisco • California • United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract management and legal support, with a strong focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various types of agreements. Proficient in developing legal policies and improving operational processes within the legal department.

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Contract Management SystemsConfidentiality AgreementsClinical Trial AgreementsLegal Operations ToolsParalegal Experience

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Hard Skills

Contract Lifecycle ManagementAgreement DraftingContract NegotiationDue DiligenceProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsAbility to MultitaskDiscretion and Judgment

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPointMS OutlookSharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal Certificate

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesContracting ProcessesStandard Operating ProceduresInternal GuidanceCorporate Transactions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide comprehensive legal support to the Legal Department, with a focus on contracting
Support the Company’s contracting processes and contract management systems
Prepare, review, and edit routine agreements, including confidentiality, service, consulting, supply and vendor, master service, material transfer, and clinical trial agreements
Manage the contract lifecycle, including intake, assignment, negotiation tracking, approval, execution, renewal, amendment, and archiving
Support counsel and internal clients with contract redlines, revisions, approvals, and communications with counterparties
Assist with the ongoing development of standard form agreements
Assist with due diligence, corporate transactions, and internal or external inquiries
Help develop and implement Legal Department policies, standard operating procedures, training materials, and internal guidance
Independently manage recurring processes and identify opportunities for improvement
Report directly to the Senior Director, Corporate Counsel
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or a paralegal certificate from an accredited program
At least 5 years of relevant paralegal experience, preferably in the life sciences industry
Demonstrated experience independently managing contract workflows and contract management systems
Experience reviewing confidentiality agreements, service agreements, consulting agreements, supply and vendor agreements, master service agreements and associated work orders, material transfer agreements, and clinical trial agreements
Ability to communicate directly and professionally with directors, executives, outside counsel, and cross-functional leaders
High degree of discretion and sound judgment in handling sensitive and highly confidential information
Experience improving processes, developing templates or playbooks, and implementing legal operations tools
Ability to collaborate and work effectively with other departments
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize effectively to deliver results within reasonably established timelines
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and related software
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance bonus
Equity
Health insurance
Generous time off
2 annual holiday company-wide shutdowns
Top-notch compensation and benefits package
Collaborative environment